Following a coordinated raid on a suspected kidnappers’ enclave, the troops of 22 Armoured Brigade, deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Patigi, in Kwara State, have rescued two kidnap victims.
A statement by the Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, 22 Brigade, Ilorin, said the troops, while acting on credible intelligence, launched a tactical operation on Saturday, 21 June 2025, targeting a hideout on the outskirts of Latandaji Village in Patigi Local Government Area.
During the operation, the troops encountered mild resistance but swiftly overpowered the criminals with superior firepower. The raid resulted in the rescue of two kidnapped victims, identified as Mr. Amos Moses and Mr. Philip Michael, and the arrest of eight suspected kidnappers.
However, one individual, Mr. Mohammed Mohammed, sustained gunshot wounds during the exchange of fire and was promptly evacuated to Bachita Teaching Hospital for medical attention.
A further search of the area led to the recovery of two motorcycles and two expended cartridge shells believed to have been used by the suspects. All arrested individuals are currently in military custody, undergoing preliminary investigation, and will be handed over to the appropriate authorities for prosecution.
This operation stresses the Nigerian Army’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property across the country.
The Nigerian Army encouraged the public to continue providing timely and actionable intelligence to security agencies to collectively work to dismantle criminal networks.
The Nigerian Army says it remains resolute in its mission to protect communities and restore lasting peace in all areas of deployment.