From Abdul Salaudeen Ilorin
Troops of 2 Division/Sector 3, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, at the weekend, rescued more kidnap victims during a sustained aggressive operations against bandits in Kwara State.
The operations led to the successful rescue of three kidnapped victims at different locations within Babanla Forest in Ifelodun Local Government Area on Saturday.
Acting on credible intelligence, troops deployed at Patrol Base Babanla swiftly mobilised to a suspected bandits hideout and rescued Mrs Oluwabusayo Taiwo, aged 25, and her three-year old son, Taiwo Irayomide, who were among the victims abducted at Oke-Ode on September 28.
The rescued victims are currently receiving first aid treatment at the Patrol Base sick bay and will be reunited with their family members in due course.
In a similar development, troops while on routine patrol along a suspected bandits route, also rescued Mr Mohammadu Sani, Mai Shayi, a 40-year old local tea seller from Garkarima.
The bandits fled upon sighting the patrol team, abandoning the victim, who was found in a pool of blood.
Troops recovered one dane gun and a cutlass from the scene. The victim is currently receiving medical attention at the Patrol Base sick bay.
The Commander, 22 Armoured Brigade, Brigadier-General Ezra Barkins, commended the troops for their swift response and professionalism, while reaffirming that the Nigerian Army will remain committed towards ensuring the safety and security of all citizens and will continue to intensify operations aimed at restoring peace and stability across Kwara State and its environs.
