Brave Nigerian Army captain dramatically disarms kidnappers, rescue self, others from abductors den

Nigerian Army Captain J.O. Abalaka (N/15198) has freed himself and several abductees from a kidnapping group in Kogi State, demonstrating extraordinary skills and fast thinking.

Captain Abalaka was on his way from Port Harcourt 29th Battalion to his new assignment at the Maiduguri Command operational headquarters in Borno State when he was kidnapped at Ekpoma/Okene/Lokoja Road.

Driving his Toyota Corolla, with his dog as a companion, the officer was forcibly taken by armed men, according to a military signal as reported by SaharaReporters.

The kidnapping occurred last week, and other travelers were also captured during the incident.

Demonstrating exceptional bravery, Captain Abalaka managed to overpower one of the kidnappers, seizing their AK-47.

He then engaged the remaining gang members, successfully freeing himself, his dog, and the other hostages.

The military signal indicated that the officer recovered a locally-made Beretta pistol, a magazine, and five 9mm bullets from the kidnappers.

These items were later handed over to the appropriate authorities for further action.

The official military communication stated: “At approximately 15:30 hours, Captain J.O. Abalaka, while traveling from 29 Battalion in Port Harcourt to report to his new unit at the Maiduguri Command, was kidnapped by unknown gunmen along the Ekpoma-Okene-Lokoja road.

Driving his Toyota Corolla with registration number LSR 22 AJ and accompanied by his dog, he managed to disarm one of the kidnappers and engage the others, successfully rescuing himself, his dog, and the other abducted victims.”

Recovered weapons and ammunition have been submitted for further investigation.

Captain Abalaka’s actions have been widely praised as an exemplary act of bravery and resourcefulness in the face of danger.