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Soldiers in Sokoto neutralise terrorist posing as Police Officer
Story from Abubakar KADO
In a recent joint operation, Nigerian Army troops, in cooperation with local vigilantes, have successfully taken down a dangerous terrorist who had been pretending to be a police officer in Sokoto.
The individual, believed to be involved in various criminal activities, including kidnappings, was successfully apprehended during a sting operation on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.
According to a statement from Maj-Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, the Director of Army Public Relations, the violent extremist had been utilising disguises to deceive and target innocent victims in the region.
“The sting operation was conducted following credible intelligence and the suspect was neutralized in a gun battle with the troops.
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“The troops also uncovered and destroyed a house used as a covert facility by insurgent kingpins to store drugs and administer treatments to wounded insurgents,” he said.
Nwachukwu added,”In a separate counter insurgency operation in Taraba State, troops neutralized another insurgent in Kutoko Village, in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State. The offensive resulted in the recovery of an AK-47 Rifle and a Magazine containing 4 live rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition.
“These operations demonstrate the commitment of the Nigerian Army in combating terrorism and insurgency, in an effort to ensure safety and security of the nation.
“We urge well meaning members of the public to continue to support the troops, as we collectively fight against the nation’s adversaries.”
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