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Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with the Kogi State Vigilante Service and local vigilantes, have rescued four kidnapped persons following a swift security operation in Ejiba community, Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State.
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The victims, comprising three residents of the community and one Hausa man, were reportedly abducted by gunmen while working on their farm on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
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The abduction was promptly reported to security operatives, who mobilised alongside local vigilante groups and launched a rescue operation.
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The coordinated response reportedly led to the successful rescue of all four victims shortly after the incident.
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The operation demonstrated the importance of timely intelligence sharing and collaboration between conventional security forces and community-based security structures in tackling kidnapping and other criminal activities.
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The rescue is expected to reassure residents of Ejiba and neighbouring communities, particularly farmers who have continued to face security concerns while accessing their farmlands.
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Troops said they will sustain patrols and surveillance across Yagba West to prevent further attacks and ensure the safety of residents.
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