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The Nigerian military has confirmed the freedom of Chairman of Bungudu Local Government Area of Zamfara State, Hon. Nura Umar Abdullahi, and four other kidnap victims who escaped from terrorists’ captivity in the early hours of Thursday, September 24, in the general area of Kaura Namoda Local Government Area.
In a Thursday statement, Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force (North West), Operation Fansan Yamma, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja disclosed that the victims were received troops of the JTF.
Danja recalled that Abdullahi was abducted from his residence in Bungudu town in July 2026, an incident on which the Theatre Command had earlier issued a statement.
The victims reportedly escaped in the course of an intelligence-led operation by troops against a suspected terrorists’ location in the general area, and were received by troops deployed in the vicinity.
“They were provided with security cover and evacuated to a military medical facility, where they are responding to treatment and undergoing evaluation and routine debriefing.
“One of the victims has since been reunited with his family, and arrangements are being made for the safe reunion of the others with their families and the Zamfara State Government,” the statement reads in part.
The Theatre Command commended the courage, resilience and determination of the victims in regaining their freedom after a prolonged period in captivity.
It also commended the troops for their vigilance and professionalism in receiving and securing them.
“The return of the victims is a welcome relief to their families and the people of Bungudu Local Government Area, and Zamfara State as a whole.
“Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA will sustain clearance and dominance operations across the general area to disrupt terrorist activities and protect communities, and remain committed to securing the safe return of any other persons still held or missing.
“The Theatre Command urges members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to the nearest military or other security agencies,” the statement further reads.
