In a distressing turn of events, bandit terrorists struck the Federal University Gusau (FUGUS) on Saturday night, abducting four students from their rented hostels in Sabon Garin Damba, the capital city of Zamfara State.
Responding swiftly to a distress call, troops of Operation Hadarin Daji (OPHD) engaged in a relentless operation that ultimately led to the successful rescue of all kidnapped students.
As of the time of this report at 11:50 pm, an intense gunfight continued in the Damba area, as the troops clashed with the criminal elements responsible for the abduction.
Meanwhile, in another unfortunate incident, a separate gang of bandits targeted Sakajiki village in Kaura Namoda local government area at 8:00 pm and remained active in the area.
However, reliable sources within the security forces have confirmed that actions have been taken to deter and neutralize these criminals.
This development underscores the ongoing security challenges faced in the region, with security forces working tirelessly to combat the activities of criminal elements and protect the lives and property of the citizens.
The successful rescue of the kidnapped FUGUS students serves as a beacon of hope amidst these challenging times, with the commitment of the troops evident in their actions on the ground. The situation remains dynamic, and further updates will be provided as they become available.
