Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 6 Brigade, operating under Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have successfully rescued a kidnapped victim during ongoing security operations within their area of responsibility.
According to a statement shared on the Nigerian Army’s Facebook page on Wednesday, the rescue occurred on 27 January 2026 when troops deployed at Dogon Gawa in Taraba State.
It was gathered that while conducting sustained search and rescue operations, troops sighted a man who had been abandoned in the bush by his captors.
The victim was later identified as Mr Ghali.
Preliminary investigations revealed that Mr Ghali and another victim, Mr Simon Oluchukwu, were abducted on 11 January 2026 at Gbise Village, Mbayonga, in Benue State.
Their driver was reportedly killed by the kidnappers during the attack.
Following his rescue, Mr Ghali was immediately debriefed by military authorities and provided with necessary medical attention before being reunited with his family.
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Reacting to the development, the Commander of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 3 OPWS, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, commended the troops for their courage, professionalism, and resilience.
He assured that operations in the area would be further intensified to secure the release of the remaining abducted victim and bring the perpetrators to justice.
General Uwa also called on members of the public to continue supporting military operations by providing timely and credible information to security agencies.
The successful rescue highlights the gallantry and unwavering commitment of troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army to the protection of lives and property, as efforts continue to rid the region of criminal elements and restore lasting peace.