NEWSDAILYNIGERIA: The Troops of the Joint Taskforce operation Hadarin Daji (OPHD) has successfully dispersed Bandits in Tsafe Town and rescued 10 Kidnapped persons in Zamfara. State.
A statement by the Information Officer Operation Hadarin Daji, Suleiman Omale, disclosed this on Wednesday.
” The Troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Hadarin Daji (OPHD) displayed remarkable valor and dedication in a recent operation, resulting in the dispersion of bandits in Tsafe town, Tsafe LGA of Zamfara State and the successful rescue of 10 kidnap victims.
” Responding swiftly to a distress call on the night of March 12, 2024, OPHD troops engaged in a fierce gun duel with the bandits upon arrival in Tsafe town. Through aggressive tactics and unwavering determination, the troops overpowered the bandits, forcing them to flee with gunshot wounds through a rocky bush, abandoning all 10 kidnapped individuals.
” During subsequent mop-up patrols in the area, the resilient troops intercepted and successfully rescued all the 10 victims and reunited them with their families.
” The gallant performance, doggedness, brevity, and professionalism exhibited by the troops were commended by Major General GM Mutkut, the General Officer Commanding 8 Division, Sokoto. He expressed his appreciation for their efforts and urged them to maintain the momentum in the pursuit of restoring peace and security in the region.” the statement added.