By Peace Udugba
Troops of the Nigerian Army, under the 2 Division, have foiled an attempted abduction of schoolchildren in Iluke community, Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State.
The operation, carried out on 10 June 2026, followed credible intelligence from vigilant residents who reported suspicious movement of armed men in the area. Acting swiftly, troops on patrol mobilised to intercept the attackers and prevent the planned abduction.
On arrival, the soldiers discovered that the terrorists had already gathered pupils of Iluke Primary School with the intention of abducting them. The troops immediately engaged the assailants, forcing them to abandon the operation and flee.
During the encounter, one of the attackers was neutralised, while several others escaped with gunshot injuries.
The troops also confirmed that before their arrival, the attackers had killed a teacher and a resident of the community.
The swift intervention of the military prevented what could have been a mass abduction of schoolchildren, while also restoring calm to the area. Security sources described the response as timely and effective in averting a major tragedy.
Troops are currently pursuing the fleeing suspects, while security agencies in neighbouring areas have been alerted to block possible escape routes, particularly around adjoining parts of Kogi and Niger States.
Authorities added that additional security measures have been put in place to deny criminal elements freedom of action and to reassure residents of their safety. Members of the public have also been urged to continue providing timely and credible intelligence to security agencies.
