Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) deployed at Wase have successfully rescued two kidnapped victims around Kukawa in Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State, in a decisive action against criminal elements terrorizing innocent citizens. While conducting an aggressive patrol of the area, the troops encountered the criminals conveying the victims to their hideouts. Upon the troops’ approach, the criminals abandoned the victims and fled into nearby bushes.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the victims were abducted at gunpoint on February 22, 2026, from Mansur village in Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State. The rescued individuals have been debriefed, and efforts are ongoing to reunite them with their families. Troops continue to comb surrounding bushes in a bid to apprehend fleeing criminals and possibly rescue other abducted victims.
In a related development, OPEP troops deployed at Sanga in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State intercepted a suspected gun runner during stop-and-search operations at Kurmin Goro village. The 36-year-old suspect, identified as Vincent Ibrahim, was apprehended while transporting five fabricated rifles to an undisclosed location in Kafanchan. Ibrahim is currently in custody undergoing interrogation by the troops.
Major General Folusho Oyinlola, General Officer Commanding 3 Division and Commander of the Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace, commended the troops for their alertness and decisive actions. He reassured citizens of the troops’ unwavering commitment to protecting lives and properties in the region.
The operation reflects OPEP’s ongoing deliberate efforts to curb criminal activities, disrupt kidnapping and arms trafficking networks, and ensure the safety of communities across its Joint Operations Area.
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