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Conflict● ElevatedSep 16 · Sep 16, 2026, 3:27 PM

Troops rescue 31 kidnapped victims in Katsina, Kebbi

GlobeAlert Desk · curated from Vanguard Nigeria · Sub-Saharan Africa

By Kingsley Omonobi Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued 31 kidnapped victims, neutralised two suspected terrorists and arrested two others in separate operations in Katsina and Kebbi states. The operations were conducted on September 14 and 15, 2026, according to the Media Information Officer of the operation, Lt. Col. Aliyu Danja. Danja said the […] The post Troops rescue 31 kidnapped victims in Katsina, Kebbi appeared first on Vanguard News.

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