Nigerian Army Troops Rescue Kidnapped Pastor, Recover Arms In Plateau (Photos)

Nigerian Army troops have successfully rescued a kidnapped clergyman, Reverend Ephraim Yakubu, in the Miango area of Bassa Local Government, Plateau State.

The victim was abducted in front of his residence at Agingi Village along the Rukuba Road on 3 December 2025. 

Troops on a clearance patrol around the high grounds in the Miango axis engaged the kidnappers on 4 December at about 0740 hours, forcing them to flee. 

Reverend Yakubu was found tied under a rock in the area and sustained injuries during captivity. 

Security personnel also recovered one fabricated rifle with a magazine containing eight rounds of 9mm ammunition from the scene. 

The victim was immediately evacuated to the 3 Military Specialist Hospital (3 DMSH) for medical attention. 

Efforts are ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing kidnappers.