The attention of 12 Brigade Nigerian Army has been drawn to a misleading post circulating on social media alleging that the photographs released alongside our recent press statement titled “Troops of 12 Brigade Rescue Two Kidnapped Victims and Recover Ransom in Kogi State” were old images purportedly taken nine months ago.
The Brigade wishes to categorically state that this claim is entirely false and misleading. The images in question are authentic and were captured during the said operation conducted on 2 November 2025 by troops deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Oguma, which led to the rescue of two kidnapped victims and recovery of ransom money at Achigili Forest in Kogi State.
For the avoidance of doubt, the attached photographs contain verifiable geolocation data confirming that they were taken at the precise coordinates of the Forest area, where the operation took place. This serves as clear evidence that the images are genuine, current, and directly linked to the incident as reported.
The Nigerian Army maintains the highest standard of professionalism, integrity, and accountability in all its media engagements. Every photograph or footage released is thoroughly vetted and approved through established operational public relations procedures before dissemination.
The false narrative being circulated on social media is, therefore, a deliberate attempt by mischief makers to discredit the credible efforts and successes of our gallant troops in maintaining peace and security across Kogi State. Such misinformation only seeks to embolden criminal elements and undermine public trust.
The Brigade urges members of the public to disregard this baseless claim and continue to support the Nigerian Army and other security agencies with timely and credible information that will enhance the collective fight against criminal activities within the state and beyond.
HASSAN ABDULLAHI
Lieutenant
Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations
12 Brigade Nigerian Army
4 November 2025
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