The rescued victims abducted during the February 3, 2026, attack on Woro community in Kaiama local government Area of Kwara state last night arrived in Ilorin, the Kwara state capital.
They were received at the Nigerian Army’s 2 Division, Sobi Barracks, Ilorin, before being moved to an undisclosed location.
The victims numbering 163 were rescued on Wednesday by security forces after spending six months in captivity.
Blueprint recalls that the victims were abducted when armed bandits invaded the community earlier this year, killing scores of residents and whisking away many others into the forest, triggering widespread outrage and intensified security operations.
Following sustained military operations and coordinated efforts by security agencies, the victims regained their freedom and were transported from Niger state to Ilorin late Thursday night.
The rescued victims are expected to be officially handed over to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.
Their arrival marks a major breakthrough in the months-long efforts to secure the release of the abductees, while authorities continue to verify the number of those rescued and provide necessary care and support.
