The Zamfara State Police Command has successfully rescued two kidnap victims during a routine patrol operation in Tsafe forest on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
According to police reports, the victims were abducted on Friday, May 23, and had been held captive for approximately two days before their rescue. The operation was carried out by a patrol team attached to the Tsafe Division of the command.
The rescue operation took place at approximately 1:40 p.m. when security operatives intercepted the victims in the forest area. Authorities confirmed that both victims were safely evacuated without sustaining any injuries during their ordeal or the rescue mission.
"The victims were immediately transported to the General Hospital in Tsafe for medical evaluation and are currently receiving care," a police spokesperson stated. "They will be debriefed and reunited with their families after completing their treatment."
This rescue operation comes amid ongoing security challenges in Zamfara State, which has witnessed numerous kidnapping incidents in recent years. The state has been grappling with banditry and kidnapping for ransom, particularly in rural and forested areas.
Security experts have commended the proactive approach of the police in conducting regular patrols in known hotspots, which has led to successful rescue operations like this one.
The Zamfara State Government has repeatedly pledged to strengthen security measures across the state to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities. This latest rescue demonstrates ongoing efforts by security agencies to restore peace and security in the region.
Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the nearest security outpost to help in the fight against banditry and kidnapping in the state.
