Security agencies have foiled bandit attacks and rescued seven persons in Kaduna.
The troop foiled the attacks in Ungwan Garama, Maraban Rido general area of Chikun LGA of the state, according to a statement by the state Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan.
The statement said, “According to the report, a distress call was received from the area and security forces swiftly responded, mobilizing to the location and engaging the bandits. After an intense exchange, the superior firepower of the troops forced the criminals to flee in disarray.”
He said the security forces exploited the withdrawal route of the bandits, and were thus able to rescue seven persons who had been kidnapped thus: Buba Samuel, Janet Buba, Rebecca Buba, Precious Buba, David Yohanna, Johnson Yohanna and John Daniel.
The commissioner said all the rescued persons have been reunited with their families.
Governor Nasir El-Rufa’i has commended the security forces for their spirited efforts and speed of response, the statement said.
