Soldiers Rescue Four Chinese Nationals, 17 Other Kidnap Victims!

Soldiers Rescue Four Chinese Nationals, 17 Other Kidnap Victims!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully rescued 21 kidnap victims — including four Chinese nationals — during coordinated clearance operations in forests across Kwara and Kogi States, the military confirmed on Friday, October 17, 2025.

What We Know:

• The rescue operations were led by troops of the 12 Brigade, Nigerian Army, in collaboration with local vigilante groups.
• Victims were freed from captivity in the Oro-Ago forest axis of Kwara and parts of Yagba West in Kogi State.
• Among those rescued were construction workers abducted from a mining site weeks ago.

Quote:

“The operation was intelligence-led and swift. All rescued victims are safe and receiving medical checks,” — Nigerian Army Spokesperson, Maj. Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu.

Why It Matters:

• This marks another success in Nigeria’s intensified crackdown on banditry and kidnapping in the North Central region.
• The rescue of foreign nationals highlights ongoing threats to international workers in remote areas.
• It underscores the growing cooperation between security forces and local communities in tackling insecurity.

Citations:

1. Nigerian Army HQ – Rescue Operation Briefing, Oct. 2025
2. The Nation – “Troops Rescue Chinese, Others in Kwara, Kogi Forests”
3. Leadership News – “21 Kidnap Victims Freed in Joint Operation”
4. Channels TV – “Military Rescues Abducted Chinese Nationals.

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Editor-in-Chief of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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