**Troops Foil Terrorist Plot, Rescue 19 Kidnapped Victims in Abuja** In a major breakthrough, troops of the 7 Guards Battalion, along with the Nigeria Police Force and local vigilantes, have successfully rescued 19 kidnapped victims in the Gidan Dogo area of Bwari, Abuja. The daring operation was carried out after receiving credible intelligence on the whereabouts of terrorists responsible for the recent abductions in Byazhin, Bwari. According to a statement by Lieutenant Olawuyi Itunuoluwa, the operation was conducted in conjunction with security agencies and local vigilantes. During the operation, the troops made contact with the terrorists, leading to a fierce shootout in which one of the attackers was neutralised, while others fled with suspected gunshot wounds. The troops recovered one AK-47 rifle and a locally fabricated firearm from the scene. The rescued victims, who were safely evacuated to a secure location, are currently receiving medical attention. The troops have since returned to their base in Bwari, while the Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Adebisi Olusegun Onasanya, commended the bravery and professionalism of the troops and collaborating security agencies. The operation is a testament to the commitment of the Nigerian military to safeguarding the residents of the Federal Capital Territory and protecting Abuja as the nation's seat of power. The Guards Brigade has vowed to intensify operations in collaboration with other security agencies to rid the territory and its environs of terrorism, kidnapping, and other criminal activities. The rescue operation is a welcome development for residents of Abuja, who have been living in fear of terrorist attacks and kidnappings. It is a reminder that the Nigerian military is working tirelessly to keep the nation safe and secure. The success of this operation is a testament to the bravery and dedication of our troops, and we can only hope that such operations will become the norm in our quest to rid our country of terrorism and crime.