Nigerian Army Rescues Three Kidnap Victims, Recovers 45 Rustled Livestock in Kebbi

Nigerian Army Rescues Three Kidnap Victims, Recovers 45 Rustled Livestock in Kebbi

Troops of the Nigerian Army under Sector 2 of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued three kidnapped residents and recovered 45 rustled livestock following a swift response to a terrorist attack in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State.

The operation took place in the early hours of Saturday, November 14, 2026, after terrorists attacked Gida Fulani, a section of Garin Hausawa Village, where they reportedly rustled livestock and abducted some residents.

According to operational reports, troops deployed in the area immediately mobilised following a distress call and advanced towards the affected community, engaging the attackers with superior firepower.

Unable to withstand the troops’ response, the terrorists reportedly fled, abandoning their captives and the rustled livestock.

The operation resulted in the rescue of three victims identified as Buba Sarkin Fulani, 29; Alhaji Chumo, 20; and Manu Sarkin Fulani, 15.

Troops also recovered 26 cattle and 19 sheep, bringing the total number of recovered livestock to 45.

The rescued victims and recovered animals were subsequently handed over to the Sarkin Garin Hausawa for reunion with their families and return of the livestock to their rightful owners.

The successful operation highlights the Nigerian Army’s continued efforts under Operation FANSAN YAMMA to tackle terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and livestock rustling while protecting lives and property across the North-West region.

Nigerian Army Rescues Three Kidnap Victims, Recovers 45 Rustled Livestock in Kebbi