By FOLUSHO ALADE, ABUJA
Troops of OPERATION ACCORD have rescued kidnapped victims from bandits in CHIKUN LGA of Kaduna state, according to the latest report from the Defence Media Operations (DMO).
The report contained in a statement released on Thursday by the DMO and signed by its Coordinator, MAJ GEN JOHN ENENCHE said: “Sequel to credible intelligence on the kidnap of some people by armed bandits from their farm in Gwazunu village, Chikun LGA of Kaduna State, troops of Operation THUNDER STRIKE under the subsidiary Operation ACCORD promptly deployed to the scene and engaged the bandits with effective firepower.
“The bandits escaped in disarray with gunshot wounds thereby abandoning the kidnapped victims. All the 3 victims were successfully rescued unhurt and have been reunited with their families.
“The Military High Command congratulates the gallant troops for their dedication and unwavering commitment and urges them to remain committed and sustain the onslaught against the criminals”, the statement said.
