Troops kill two suspected kidnappers, rescue victim, recover N10m ransom in Kano

On October 17, 2026, troops from the Nigerian Army conducted an operation in Falgore Forest, located in Doguwa Local Government Area of Kano State. The operation was initiated following the abduction of Alhaji Kabiru Aliyu from Fanyabo village, leading to the engagement with suspected kidnappers in the area.

During the operation, two suspected kidnappers were killed, and a ransom of N10 million was recovered. The troops were part of the 3 Brigade under Operation MESA. Reports indicate that local hunters were also involved in the incident, highlighting a collaborative effort against kidnapping in the region. The current situation remains under control as authorities continue to address security concerns in the area.

Reported by Daily Post, Daily Trust, Vanguard, Punch.