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Troops secure release of kidnapped civilian in Plateau
The victim was reportedly abducted along Cubana Street in Bassa Local Government Area of the state.
Security analyst Zagazola Makama, in a post on X on Tuesday, quoted security sources as saying the incident occurred at about 10:05 p.m. on October 18, 2026, prompting troops from Sectors 1 and 3 to launch a search-and-rescue operation.
According to the report, the troops conducted search operations in Dutsen Kura, Rafin Bauna and Rafiki communities to locate the victim and track down the abductors.
The security sources added that the victim was later released following sustained pressure mounted on the abductors by the troops.
The rescued civilian was subsequently reunited with his family, while efforts were ongoing to track down and apprehend the fleeing suspects.
The sources added that security operations would be sustained to prevent further incidents and improve safety in the area.
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