A kidnapped woman has been successfully rescued by troops of 6 Brigade, Taraba during a swift and intelligence-driven operation conducted on Saturday, 13 December 2025 at Torikegha Village, under Chanchanji Ward of Takum Local Government Area, Taraba State.
The operation followed credible intelligence received by troops deployed at Kufai Amadu regarding the abduction of a woman within the area.
According to Lt Umar Muhammad, spokesperson of the brigade disclosed on Sunday that troops immediately mobilised and advanced to the affected community after getting intelligence reports.
It was further learnt that Mrs Iloda Ayinba, a local resident of Torikegha Village, was abducted while on her way to her farm by suspected criminal elements believed to be herdsmen relocating from the general area.
Troops tactically traced the criminals’ withdrawal routes, conducting an aggressive search and rescue operation across the surrounding terrain, extending up to the power line corridor between Benue and Taraba States.
Overwhelmed by the sustained pressure from the advancing troops, the kidnappers abandoned the victim in the bush and fled.
Mrs Iloda Ayinba was subsequently rescued unharmed and safely handed over to the village heads, amidst appreciation from members of the community for the timely intervention of the Nigerian Army.
Reacting to the development, the Commander 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 OPWS, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, reaffirmed the Brigade’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and security of law-abiding citizens, farmers, and residents across Taraba State.
He emphasized that the Brigade remains resolute in sustaining robust operations to guarantee a peaceful and secure Yuletide season, as well as enabling farmers to go about their lawful activities without fear or intimidation.
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