Air Strike Aids in Mass Escape of 62 Kidnapped Victims in Nigeria
Sixty-two kidnapped victims have successfully escaped their captors following an air strike on a notorious bandit kingpin’s camp in the Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina State, Nigeria. According to Dr. Nasir Mu’azu, Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, the air strike by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) created an opportunity for the mass escape of the victims held captive.
The NAF operation, which targeted the Jigawa-Sawai area on the border with Zamfara, resulted in the bandits fleeing their stronghold. Interviews with the rescued victims confirmed that the bandits fled as a result of the airstrike. Most of the victims were abducted from Sayaya village during a night attack on August 11, 2025, by the gang of notorious bandit kingpin, Muhammadu Fulani.
Following the air strike, 12 of the escaped victims are currently receiving medical attention at Matazu General Hospital, while 16 others are being treated at the Nigerian Army Forward Operational Base (FOB) in Kaiga Malamai. Commissioner Mu’azu has assured the affected families that the government will reunite the rescued victims with their loved ones after completing necessary medical examinations.
In an effort to restore peace to the troubled communities in Bakori and Matazu Local Government Areas (LGAs), the state government has deployed the Quick Response Wing of the Nigerian Air Force. “Our troops are currently monitoring the situation for further rescue operations,” Commissioner Mu’azu stated.
The successful air strike has dealt a significant blow to the operations of Fulani’s gang, which has been terrorizing communities in Matazu, Kankia, Dutsinma, and parts of Kano State. The government’s swift action has provided hope for the victims and their families, and the military’s continued efforts aim to bring peace and stability to the affected regions.
As efforts continue to reunite the rescued victims with their loved ones, the Nigerian government remains committed to addressing the ongoing security challenges in the country. The successful operation serves as a testament to the government’s commitment to protecting its citizens and restoring peace to troubled areas.
