Other MoA event in Niger on Sun 12th April 2026

Troops recover three kidnapped victims in Bauchi By: Zagazola Makama Troops of CSI Battalion have recovered three kidnapped victims during a patrol operation in Garin Bagobiri, Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State. Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 11:30 a.m. on April 12 as troops exploited the general area following an air strike on suspected terrorist hideouts on April 10. According to the sources, the victims were recovered during the patrol and subsequently profiled by the troops. They added that the rescued persons were handed over to an internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in Futuk for further care and documentation. The sources noted that ongoing operations in the area are aimed at consolidating gains from recent offensives and denying terrorists freedom of movement.