Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have rescued three female kidnap victims unharmed after confronting their abductors at Makundang village in Mangor District, Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The victims were freed during a search-and-rescue operation launched by troops of Sector 5 following a distress report received at about 8:50 p.m. on November 5, 2026.
Security sources said the troops quickly mobilised to the scene and made contact with the kidnappers. Under pressure from the security personnel, the abductors abandoned their captives and fled into the surrounding bush.
The rescued victims were identified as Fatigi Aguna, 19; Lovina Bawa, 18; and Barsheba Appolos, 18. All three were unhurt and have since been reunited with their families.Troops have intensified efforts to track down and apprehend the fleeing kidnappers.
Confirming the operation on Saturday, the spokesperson for Operation Enduring Peace, Captain Polycarp Chinonso Oteh, said it formed part of ongoing efforts to protect lives and property across the Joint Operations Area.
Oteh thanked residents for their cooperation and appealed for continued support through the timely provision of credible information. He urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious movements or activities to security agencies.
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