The Nigerian army says it has safely rescued 33 people kidnapped by gunmen while travelling through the country's north-western Zamfara state on Saturday.
Key facts
- The Nigerian army reported the safe rescue of 33 people.
- The victims were kidnapped by gunmen.
- The abduction took place in Zamfara state in north-western Nigeria.
- The people were seized while travelling through the state on Saturday.
The Nigerian army says it has safely rescued 33 people who were kidnapped by gunmen in the country’s north-west, according to the BBC.
The group was abducted while travelling through Zamfara state, in north-western Nigeria, on Saturday, the BBC reported.
The army said all 33 people were rescued safely, though further details about the operation were not immediately provided in the initial report.
Zamfara is one of several states in north-western Nigeria that have been affected by armed groups who carry out kidnappings, a pattern that has drawn repeated attention from Nigerian security forces.
Why it matters
Kidnappings by armed groups have become a persistent security challenge in parts of north-western Nigeria, affecting travellers and communities. The reported safe rescue of 33 people points to ongoing efforts by Nigerian security forces to respond to such abductions.
Frequently asked questions
How many people were rescued?
The Nigerian army says it safely rescued 33 people, according to the BBC.
Where did the kidnapping happen?
The people were abducted while travelling through Zamfara state in north-western Nigeria on Saturday.
Who carried out the abduction?
The BBC reports the people were kidnapped by gunmen, though no further identification was given in the initial report.