Troops deployed under Operation Enduring Peace have rescued one of three children abducted by suspected kidnappers in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The incident occurred on Thursday at Mangar village when the children were returning from their farm.
The abducted children were identified as Linda Ibrahim, 15, Meshack Ibrahim, 8, and Samuel John, 8.
According to the sources, troops of Sector 5 Operation Enduring Peace in Bokkos swiftly responded to reports of the abduction and launched a search-and-rescue operation in the surrounding bushes.
The operation led to the successful rescue of Linda Ibrahim, who was subsequently reunited with her family.
“The troops immediately initiated search-and-rescue operations upon receiving information about the incident and successfully rescued one of the victims,” a security source said.
The source added that efforts were ongoing to locate and rescue the two remaining children still in captivity.
Security forces have intensified operations in the area, with troops combing nearby forests and hideouts in search of the abductors and the remaining victims.
Residents have been urged to remain vigilant and provide credible information that could assist the ongoing rescue efforts.