Nigerian Army troops have freed 13 abducted students in Kaduna State.
Six of the girls and seven of the boys were rescued.
The pupils were saved during a hard-fought gunfight with terrorists in Chigbolu village, Kachia Local Government Area, Kaduna State, according to a statement released by the Nigerian Army on X. The statement also stated that during the operation, the militants’ lethal weapons were retrieved.
The statement said:
“In aggressive offensive operations against terrorism and insurgency, Nigerian Army troops have obliterated yet another terrorist stronghold, successfully rescuing kidnapped students, and seizing a significant cache of arms and ammunition.
“Troops also eliminated some insurgents, while some others were captured alive.
“On September 12, 2024, acting on reliable intelligence, troops stationed in Kaduna State launched a highly coordinated operation aimed at rescuing abducted persons from violent extremist camps.
“Engaging in an intense firefight at Chigbolu village, Kachia Local Government Area, the troops overpowered the terrorists, forcing them to flee and abandoning their captives.”
Following an extensive search of the region, the statement states that thirteen abducted students—seven of whom were female and six of whom were male—were saved. Additionally, one AK-47 rifle, 87 rounds of 7.63mm ammunition, four magazines, a rifle made locally, and N192,220.00 were found.
According to the statement:
“Additionally, five solar panels, five mobile phones, dry rations, and clothing items were recovered.
“The rescued victims have been promptly evacuated to 1 Division Medical Services and Hospital for medical attention.”
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