Troops destroy kidnappers' den, recover ammunition, motorcycles, sundry items in Kogi forest

On November 2, 2026, troops from the Nigerian Army's 21 Battalion Quick Reaction Force conducted an operation in Edimogbo Forest, located in the Igalamela/Odolu Local Government Area of Kogi State. The operation aimed to dismantle a suspected kidnappers' hideout based on intelligence reports regarding their activities in the area.

During the operation, the troops successfully destroyed the hideout and recovered significant items, including 1,000 rounds of ammunition and six motorcycles. The military's action reflects ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping and related crimes in the region. No casualties were reported during the operation, and the situation remains under control as the troops continue to monitor the area for any further criminal activities.

Reported by Daily Post, Vanguard.