Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have rescued a farmer abducted by suspected Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, terrorists in New Abaram village, Bama Local Government Area of Borno State.
The incident occurred on Sunday, when three terrorists, disguised as hunters with dogs, infiltrated farmlands in the community and kidnapped the victim.
Security sources said farm escorts in the area quickly alerted troops, who responded immediately. On sighting the soldiers, the terrorists shot at the victim before fleeing with gunshot wounds.
The farmer sustained injuries to the mouth and hand and was taken to the General Hospital, Bama, for treatment.
The source added that the general security situation in the area remained calm after the operation.
Troops foil ISWAP attack in Borno, rescue farmer
