Troops of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have successfully rescued six female students of the Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, and their commercial driver. The victims were abducted by armed assailants along the Daye–Malumfashi Road in the Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina State. The rescue operation was carried out after a distress call was received on the evening of September 21, 2026.
According to Lieutenant Colonel Olamiyi Osoba, Deputy Director of Information, Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, 8 Division, the troops responded swiftly to the distress call. Their prompt intervention forced the kidnappers to abandon their captives and flee the scene. The rescue operation resulted in the safe recovery of all seven victims, who were subsequently taken for preliminary security profiling and necessary medical evaluations.
The rescued individuals were found to be unhurt and were handed over to designated officials. This was done to facilitate their safe reunion with their families and school authorities. The successful rescue operation is a significant achievement for the troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, who have been working to disrupt kidnapping and other criminal activities across the North-West.
The abduction occurred when armed assailants attacked a commercial vehicle travelling from Kaduna to Katsina on Monday. The vehicle was carrying the six female students and their driver, who were subsequently taken by the kidnappers. The incident highlights the security challenges faced by communities in Katsina State and the need for continued efforts to ensure safety.
Operation FANSAN YAMMA has been conducting operations aimed at disrupting kidnapping and other criminal activities in the region. The rescue of the six students and their driver is a testament to the efforts of the troops in ensuring the safety of citizens. The operation demonstrates the commitment of the military to protecting communities and preventing kidnapping incidents.
The rescued students and driver were provided with necessary medical evaluations and security profiling. This was done to ensure their safety and well-being after the ordeal. The successful rescue operation is a relief to the families of the victims and the academic community.
The incident and subsequent rescue operation highlight the importance of continued efforts to enhance security in the region. The military and other stakeholders must work together to prevent kidnapping incidents and ensure the safety of citizens. The rescue of the six students and their driver is a positive development in the fight against kidnapping and other crimes in Katsina State.
Key points
- Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA rescued six female students and their driver from kidnappers in Katsina State.
- The rescue operation was carried out after a distress call was received on September 21, 2026.
- The successful rescue is a significant achievement in the fight against kidnapping and other crimes in the region.
