Troops foil ransom exchange, rescue kidnapped woman in Kebbi

Troops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, have rescued a kidnapped woman and disrupted a planned ransom exchange in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State.

The troops, conducting counter-terrorism and anti-banditry operations in the state, carried out the successful operation on August 26, 2026, following credible intelligence on the planned ransom payment.

Security sources said that the victim had been abducted from her farm sometime last month, while the criminals were preparing to collect ransom in exchange for her release.

Acting on the intelligence, the troops swiftly mobilised to intercept the transaction.

Sources said the criminals attempted to engage the advancing troops after sighting them but were overwhelmed by the troops’ superior firepower.

The bandits subsequently fled in disarray, abandoning the hostage, who was immediately secured by the troops.

The victim was found unharmed and later transported to safety before being reunited with her family in Danko-Wasagu LGA.

Following the rescue, the troops conducted a thorough exploitation of the withdrawal route to ensure that the area was fully secured before returning to base.