Security operatives rescue 12 kidnapped victims in Ekiti border attack

Security operatives have rescued 12 kidnapped victims following an armed attack by suspected kidnappers in the Oke-Ako area of Ekiti State.

It was gathered that the incident occurred at about 9:00 a.m. on Friday, February 13, 2026, when sporadic gunfire was heard near the security operatives’ base.

It was learnt that the gunshots were from an assault launched by suspected kidnappers in the area.

Army troops, in collaboration RRS,Anti-Kidnapping Squad (AKS), and local security outfits, swiftly mobilised to the scene.

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On sighting the security forces, the assailants engaged in a gun duel, but were overpowered and forced to retreat into the forest, taking two victims with them.

Through intensified operations, the security forces successfully rescued 12 victims unhurt, while one, identified as Jeremiah Gambo, sustained a gunshot injury and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital in in the Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State for treatment.

It was gathered that the troops also recovered an unregistered Boxer Bajaj motorcycle, a white Nissan Cabstar pick-up, and a wine-coloured Toyota Corolla, all belonging to the victims.

The Star