Attack on military convoy underscores escalating security threats in northern Nigeria as rescue operations intensify.
By Wapcodehub9ja LIVE News Correspondent | Kebbi State, Nigeria | 19th November 2025 | 12:07 PM WAT | Correspondent Reporting Live from Kebbi
Reports emerging from Kebbi State indicate that a military convoy sent to rescue kidnapped schoolgirls was allegedly ambushed by armed t€rrorists, leaving several soldiers injured. Sources on the ground said the attack occurred along a remote road linking the abduction site to the nearest military base, highlighting the dangers faced during rescue operations.
Eyewitnesses described a coordinated assault by masked gunmen who targeted the soldiers’ convoy, forcing troops to take defensive positions. The engagement reportedly lasted several minutes before security reinforcements arrived to repel the attackers. Despite the injuries, military personnel managed to regroup and continue pursuit of the kidnappers.
Local security analysts say the ambush reflects a worrying trend of insurgent groups increasingly challenging government efforts to secure northern communities. They emphasized the need for improved intelligence, surveillance, and rapid response units to protect both civilians and military personnel during critical rescue missions.
Families and residents of the affected areas expressed deep concern for the safety of the kidnapped schoolgirls and the soldiers on the ground. Many fear that ongoing attacks may hinder timely rescue operations, while community leaders have called for urgent intervention from state and federal authorities.
The Nigerian military has yet to release an official statement confirming the details of the ambush. However, sources within the armed forces assured that the injured personnel are receiving medical attention, and operations to secure the release of the schoolgirls are ongoing, with reinforcements dispatched to strategic points.
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