Nigerian Army troops rescue 14 people who were reportedly kidnapped after an operation along the Lagos–Benin Expressway in Edo State, according to multiple outlets. The reports say the action involves troops of the 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, operating under the 2 Division. The incident is linked to Ovia North-East Local Government Area of Edo State.
The army says the operation follows credible intelligence received by troops during routine patrol, with the activity starting around 9:30 a.m., although exact timing details vary by report. Vanguard describes the operation as being conducted under Operation Whirl Stroke, while Premium Times attributes the patrol to troops participating in Operation WABAIZIGAN.
After the operation, the troops recover the 14 victims, described as kidnap victims, from the area along the highway. The sources do not provide further details on the identity of the victims, the circumstances of their abduction, or whether any suspects are arrested during the operation.
