Army Rescues Three Kidnapped Victims, Dislodges Bandits in Kwara Forest

Troops operating under 2 Division/Sector 3, Operation Fansan Yamma, executed sustained and aggressive operations against bandits in Kwara State on Saturday, resulting in the rescue of three kidnapped victims from different hideouts within the Babanla Forest in Ifelodun Local Government Area.

Dependable NG reports that acting on credible intelligence, troops deployed at the Patrol Base Babanla quickly mobilized to a suspected bandits’ hideout. The operation successfully rescued Mrs. Oluwabusayo Taiwo, 25, and her three-year-old son, Taiwo Irayomide, who were abducted at Oke-Ode on September 28, 2025. The rescued mother and child are currently receiving first aid treatment at the Patrol Base sick bay and will soon be reunited with their family.

In a related development, troops on routine patrol along a route often used by bandits rescued a third victim, Mr. Mohammadu Sani, a 40-year-old local tea seller from Garkarima. The bandits fled the scene upon sighting the patrol team, abandoning Sani, who was found in a pool of blood. Troops recovered a dane gun and a cutlass from the scene, and Sani is currently receiving medical attention.

The Commander of the 22 Armoured Brigade, Brigadier General Ezra Barkins, commended the troops for their swift response and professionalism. He reaffirmed that the Nigerian Army remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens and will continue to intensify operations to restore peace and stability across Kwara State and its environs.