Troops conducting a coordinated offensive in Katsina State have rescued the wife of a late military general during a security operation aimed at dismantling bandit hideouts in the area.

The rescue was carried out as part of intensified counter-insurgency efforts in the North-West, where security forces have recently stepped up operations against armed criminal groups.

Military sources said the operation involved ground troops supported by intelligence-led tracking, which helped locate the victim and disrupt suspected bandit networks operating in the region.

The rescued woman is currently receiving medical attention and support following her release from captivity, according to security officials familiar with the operation.

Authorities said the offensive also led to the clearance of several suspected hideouts used by armed groups for kidnapping and other criminal activities.

The military described the operation as part of ongoing efforts to restore peace and stability in communities affected by banditry and related violence.

Residents in the area have expressed relief over the rescue, while also calling for sustained security presence to prevent further attacks.

Security analysts say the operation highlights the continued pressure being mounted on criminal groups in the region, though they caution that long-term stability will require sustained intelligence and community cooperation.

The Nigerian Army has reiterated its commitment to pursuing armed groups across the North-West until normalcy is fully restored.

Further details on the operation are expected as assessments continue in the affected areas.