Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have successfully rescued two kidnap victims following an attack by suspected kidnappers along a highway in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Attack Details
Security sources revealed to Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred in the early hours of June 6, 2026, along the Rafi Tagwai–Angwan Dariya road in the local government area. The gunmen had barricaded the highway and attacked a commercial vehicle carrying passengers.
According to the sources, the assailants shot dead the driver, identified as Mr. Ibrahim Musa, before abducting four passengers.
Response and Rescue
Troops deployed at Ungwan Gora quickly responded to reports of the incident and moved to the scene. Upon arrival, they discovered that the gunmen had killed the commercial vehicle driver and abducted four passengers.
During a search-and-rescue operation conducted in the adjoining bushes, the troops successfully rescued two injured passengers. Eight empty shells of 7.62mm special ammunition were recovered at the scene.
Medical Care and Ongoing Efforts
The rescued victims were evacuated to Confidence Hospital, Fadan Karshi, for medical treatment. Security personnel have continued search-and-rescue operations to locate and rescue the remaining two abducted passengers, while efforts are ongoing to track down the perpetrators.
The military reassured residents of its commitment to combating criminal activities and ensuring the safety of commuters along major routes in the area.
