Troops Rescue Seven Kidnap Victims, Including Policeman, on Riyom Highway
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have rescued seven travelers, including a policeman, abducted by suspected kidnappers on the Riyom highway in Plateau State.
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Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have rescued seven travelers, including a policeman, who were abducted by suspected kidnappers on the Riyom highway in Plateau State. The rescue occurred following a distress call late Monday evening, security forces confirmed.
Captain Polycarp Oteh, spokesperson for Operation Enduring Peace, said the troops responded swiftly to the incident after the call at approximately 9:30 p.m. near Sopp in Riyom Local Government Area. The victims were intercepted and freed during a coordinated military operation along the highway.
The group included six passengers and one serving police officer, according to Daily Trust. No injuries were reported among the rescued. The military did not disclose details on whether any suspects were apprehended during the intervention.
Operation Enduring Peace, a joint military and security initiative in Nigeria’s North Central region, continues to deploy rapid response units to combat rising incidents of abduction and armed attacks. The operation has intensified patrols along major roads in Plateau State following a surge in criminal activity.
Authorities have urged travelers to remain vigilant and report suspicious movements to security agencies immediately. The rescued individuals have been reunited with their families, Vanguard News reported.