Troops of the 13 Brigade, Nigerian Army Headquarters, Calabar, have successfully rescued 18 passengers, including two infants, following a hijacking incident on a passenger boat traveling from Nigeria to Cameroon on January 11, 2026. According to him, troops deployed at Ikang swiftly responded and pursued the criminals, resulting in an exchange of fire that caused one of the pirates’ speed boats to capsize. All passengers were rescued unharmed. The Commander of 13 Brigade, Brigadier General P.O. The operation underscores 13 Brigade’s steadfast commitment to securing lives and maintaining safety across regional waterways.

Source: The Guardian January 13, 2026 01:26 UTC