On Easter Sunday, the Nigerian military freed 31 people who were kidnapped by armed men during an Easter service at a church in a village in the country's northwestern parts, according to reports. The military said it initiated "a firefight" with the kidnappers, forcing "the terrorists to release" the hostages. Seven people, including five civilians, reportedly died in connection with the kidnapping and subsequent rescue operation.
Nigerian military rescues 31 kidnapped from church
Key Points
- 31 people were rescued by the military after being kidnapped from a church in northwestern Nigeria.
- The rescue involved a firefight that forced the kidnappers to release the hostages.
- Seven people, including five civilians, reportedly died during the incident.
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