The Nigerian Army has successfully rescued 12 teenage girls abducted by Boko Haram insurgents in the Mussa District of Askira/Uba Local Government Area, Borno State. The victims, aged between 15 and 20, were freed during a swift intelligence-driven operation conducted by troops of Operation Hadin Kai.

According to military officials, the girls were abducted on November 23, 2025, while working on farmlands near their community. The rescue operation, executed on Saturday, November 29, followed days of surveillance and coordinated ground maneuvers aimed at disrupting insurgent activities in the region.

A military spokesperson confirmed that all 12 girls were safely evacuated to a secured facility, where they are receiving medical examinations, psychological support, and formal debriefing before their reunification with families.

Community members, who had been gripped with fear since the abduction, expressed relief at the successful operation. Several residents had fled the area in the days following the kidnapping, raising concerns about further insecurity.

Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, praised the troops for what he described as a demonstration of “professionalism, commitment, and tactical excellence.” He called for sustained funding and logistical support to strengthen ongoing counter-insurgency efforts.

Military authorities reiterated their commitment to protecting civilians and dismantling remaining insurgent cells across the Northeast. They emphasized that collaboration between security agencies and local communities played a vital role in achieving Saturday’s breakthrough.

The rescue marks another significant step in Nigeria’s decade-long battle against insurgency and comes amid increased military operations aimed at restoring stability in rural farming communities often targeted by extremists. Visit www.jocomms.com for more news.