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The Nigerian Army has announced that troops under Operation Eastern Sanity rescued 12 kidnapped victims and arrested two suspects during a security operation in Ette Community, Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area of Enugu State.

In a statement on Saturday shared via the Army’s official account, the service said the rescue was carried out by troops of the 82 Division Nigerian Army following a distress call about the abduction of several residents in the community.

According to the statement, the operation took place on Friday, March 6, 2026, after security operatives received information that suspected kidnappers had taken multiple victims to a nearby location.

“Troops of the 82 Division Garrison under Operation EASTERN SANITY have recorded another operational success with the rescue of 12 kidnapped victims in Ette Community, Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area of Enugu State,” the Army said.

It explained that the troops immediately mobilised in collaboration with police operatives, Forest Guards and members of the Neighbourhood Watch after receiving the distress call.

“Responding swiftly and with precision, the troops immediately mobilised in conjunction with police operatives, Forest Guards and members of the Neighbourhood Watch, advancing to the suspected area where the victims were believed to have been taken,” the statement added.

The Army said that upon arriving at the suspected location, the troops launched aggressive search and fighting patrols across the area to track down the kidnappers and secure the victims’ release.

“Overwhelmed by the rapid response and superior combat readiness of the troops, the kidnappers abandoned their captives and fled the scene,” the statement said.

It further noted that the troops pursued the fleeing suspects while securing the area, eventually rescuing all the victims without harm.

“During the exploitation of the location, all the 12 kidnapped victims were successfully rescued unharmed,” the Army stated.

According to the statement, two suspects believed to be linked to the kidnapping were arrested during the operation and are currently being interrogated to help security agencies track down other members of the criminal gang.

Meanwhile, the Army said troops of Operation Eastern Sanity have intensified patrols and surveillance across the area to maintain security and reassure residents.

“The successful rescue further demonstrates the troops’ sustained operational pressure and unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property while restoring lasting security and public confidence across communities in the region,” the statement added.

Mattswaggz:
Were they kidnapped by normal kidnappers or killa herdsmen whom the military hardly confront?.

Guestmale:
Which one is okay with you out of the two.

Anyway God bless our gallant troops for rescuing these hostages.

gidgiddy:
Please, this did not happen in Enugu State, it happened in Kogi State, but they were rescued in the forest in between Kogi and Igbo-Eze in Enugu State. I dont know the nonsense Puch is reporting


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