Troops thwart kidnap attempt in Delta, rescue travellers

On Sunday, Nigerian Army troops successfully foiled a kidnapping attempt by a suspected terrorist cell along the 46-kilometer Ughelli-Patani Road in Delta.

In a post on its official X Handle on Sunday, the Nigerian army stated that its troops’ quick response to a distress call resulted in the recovery of passengers kidnapped while riding in a commercial bus.

It said the troops upon receiving the distress call, rapidly mobilised and confronted the terrorists, who were armed with assorted weapons.

According to the post, a fierce firefight ensued, compelling the terrorists to abandon their captives and flee the scene.

“The rescued passengers have been taken into safe custody, where they are receiving necessary care and support.

“Meanwhile, the troops are currently pursuing the fleeing terrorists,” it said. (NAN)