The Nigerian Army rescued retired Col. Ajanaku, abducted by gunmen from his Bassa, Plateau State home early January 5. Troops pursued kidnappers through Wildlife Park, intensifying searches around caves and rocky hideouts. Kidnappers demanded N200 million ransom, warning against rescue.
Covert operations led to Ajanaku’s recovery near Rafiki area, Bassa, by 5:30pm same day. He’s receiving medical checks, will aid further ops. Troops still combing forests for suspects.
No official statement yet.
