The Nigerian Army has rescued Mrs Adonkie, wife of retired Brigadier General Basil Adonkie, who was abducted from her residence in Abuja on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
The Army also arrested two suspected members of the kidnapping syndicate and recovered an AK-47 rifle, a magazine and 19 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition.
In a statement, the Army said troops from the Guards Brigade and Army Headquarters Garrison immediately launched a coordinated pursuit operation following the abduction.
The troops were deployed along several suspected escape routes as part of efforts to locate the victim and apprehend her abductors.
According to the statement, acting on credible intelligence, the troops advanced through the Aco Estate–Goza Community axis, where they encountered the kidnappers.
The Army said the suspects, overwhelmed by the troops’ rapid response and superior firepower, abandoned Mrs Adonkie and fled into nearby bushes.
She was subsequently rescued at Angwan Sabo Village.
The troops then intensified their operations along the Aco Estate–Angwan Sayawa axis, while additional personnel were deployed to block possible escape routes.
In a follow-up operation on Wednesday, September 2, troops reportedly intercepted two fleeing members of the kidnapping syndicate near Gaube Village in Kuje Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory.
The Army said one AK-47 rifle, one magazine and 19 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition were recovered from the suspects.
The statement added that troops were continuing clearance and tracking operations across the area in an effort to apprehend other members of the syndicate.
The Nigerian Army commended residents for their vigilance and cooperation, while reaffirming its commitment to protecting lives and property within the Federal Capital Territory.
It also said it would continue to work with other security agencies to conduct intelligence-driven and joint operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks and improving security across Abuja and surrounding areas.
