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Nigeria Air Force Rescues 62 Kidnapped Victims in Katsina State

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A joint military operation was conducted by the Nigeria Air Force (NAF) on Saturday, resulting in the rescue of 62 victims who were kidnapped by notorious bandit Muhammadu Fulani and his gang. The operation, carried out at 5:10 p.m., targeted Fulani's camp in the Jigawa Sawai community of Danmusa Local Government Area in Katsina State. The victims, who were abducted from Sayaya village on August 11, 2025, were able to escape after the bandits fled their stronghold during the airstrike.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Nigeria Air Force conducted an operation on Saturday, resulting in the rescue of 62 kidnapped victims, with 16 still in the custody of military operatives.
  • The victims were abducted from Sayaya village on August 11, 2025, by Muhammadu Fulani and his gang, which has been terrorizing communities in Matazu, Kankia, Dutsinma, and parts of Kano State.
  • The victims are receiving medical treatment at Matazu General Hospital and Army Forward Operating Base in Kaiga Malamai.
  • Governor Dikko Umaru Radda commended the security forces and assured families of the victims that they will be reunited with their loved ones after undergoing medical examinations.
  • The Katsina State government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting security agencies in the fight against banditry.
  • Zagazola Makama, a security expert, reported that troops are monitoring the area to consolidate the operation and ensure further rescue of victims.
  • The victims revealed that they were able to escape after the bandits abandoned their camp during the airstrike.

Statistics:

  • 62 victims were rescued by the Nigeria Air Force on Saturday.
  • 16 victims are still in the custody of military operatives.
  • 12 victims are receiving medical attention at Matazu General Hospital.
  • 16 victims are being sheltered at the Army Forward Operating Base in Kaiga Malamai.
  • The victims were abducted from Sayaya village on August 11, 2025.
  • The gang, led by Muhammadu Fulani, has been terrorizing communities in Matazu, Kankia, Dutsinma, and parts of Kano State.

Sources:

  • NAF statement on Sunday in Katsina State (exact wording not provided in the text, but implied to be a military release).
  • Zagazola Makama on his X account (formerly Twitter).
  • Nigeria Air Force operation report (exact wording not provided).

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