Troops disband bandits, rescue 10 abducted victims in Zamfara

March 13, 2024

Troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Hadarin Daji (OPHD) have rescued 10 abducted victims in Tsafe town, Tsafe LGA of Zamfara State following a successful disbandment of their hideout.

Information Officer Operation Hadarin Daji in Zamfara, Lieutenant Suleiman Omale, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday.

According to him, the troops responded to a distress call on the night of March 12, 2024, and had engaged the bandits in a fierce gun duel upon arrival in Tsafe town, displaying remarkable valour and dedication during the operation, resulting in the dispersion of the bandits.

“The gallant performance, doggedness, brevity, and professionalism exhibited by the troops were commended by Major General GM Mutkut, the General Officer Commanding 8 Division, Sokoto. He expressed his appreciation for their efforts and urged them to maintain the momentum in the pursuit of restoring peace and security in the region” .

“During subsequent mop-up patrols in the area, the resilient troops intercepted and successfully rescued all the 10 victims and reunited them with their families.