Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt Along Enugu–Otukpo Road, Rescue Three Victims
Troops of Sector 1 under Operation Whirl Stroke have thwarted a kidnapping attempt along the Enugu–Otukpo Road, rescuing three victims without any casualties.
The incident occurred on February 25, 2026, when soldiers stationed at the Forward Operation Base (FOB) in Otukpo received credible intelligence during a night patrol that an 18-seater Benue Links bus, registration number TYK 221 YK, had been hijacked by suspected kidnappers. The vehicle was reportedly carrying four passengers and a minor at the time.
Troops immediately mobilised and pursued the suspects along their escape route. Their swift action forced the kidnappers to abandon three captives. Although no direct confrontation took place, a mobile phone believed to belong to the suspects was recovered at the scene.
The Force Commander praised the troops for their alertness and swift response, noting that their actions prevented a potentially serious security incident.
He also urged motorists to remain vigilant, advising drivers to be cautious when encountering unusual gaps in traffic, especially along isolated stretches of road, and to promptly report any suspicious activity to the nearest security formation.
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