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On Tuesday, August 25th, 2026, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced a rescue operation targeting the recovery of 600 individuals abducted from a mosque in Dekera village. The mass kidnapping drew international attention after gunmen circulated a video of the victims on social media platforms including Facebook and WhatsApp. The Nigerian government has initiated efforts to secure the release and safe return of those kidnapped.
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Nigeria Launches Rescue Operation for 600 Kidnapped Victims in Dekera
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announces efforts to recover hostages abducted from a mosque in Dekera village.
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