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Nigerian troops foil attack and rescue three kidnap victims

Nigerian troops reportedly thwarted a terrorist attack in Kaduna and rescued three kidnapping victims along the Anka-Gummi road. No wider casualties or disruption are reported.

By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar Sep 12, 2026, 9:25 PM UTC.

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The incident reflects continuing terrorist and kidnapping threats affecting security and travel in northern Nigeria.

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Nigerian Troops Foil Terrorists Attack in Kaduna, Rescue Three Kidnap Victims Along Anka-Gummi Road ↗saharareporters.com · Recorded source date: Sep 12, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC

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