Troops kill 4 terrorists in Yobe, Borno
Troops of the Nigerian Army deployed for counter-terrorism operations in Yobe and Borno states killed no fewer than four terrorists.
The two terrorists killed in Yobe were operating a tax collection point in the Ngazargamu area of Gujba Local Government Area.
Acting on intelligence, the troops attacked the terrorists, leading to their deaths. In a statement on X, the Nigerian Army reported that weapons were also recovered from the terrorists.
The statement said, “In Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, troops acting on verified intelligence launched an assault on Boko Haram terrorists operating a tax collection point in the Ngazargamu area. In the ensuing firefight, troops eliminated two terrorists and recovered a haul of weapons, including two AK-47 rifles, one FN rifle, 19 rounds of 7.62 mm (special) ammunition, five rounds of 7.62mm (NATO) ammunition, two extra AK-47 rifle magazines, and three mobile phones.
“Similarly, in Borno State, along the Gamboru-Logomane road, troops ambushed ISWAP fighters, killing two terrorists. The troops also recovered two AK-47 rifles and other items at the scene.”
In the Kuje area of the Federal Capital Territory, the Nigerian Army reported that troops rescued four kidnapped victims.
“In a separate mission, troops deployed to Gaube Village responded to a kidnapping incident in Dafara Village, Kuje Area Council. The troops intervened, engaged the assailants, and successfully rescued four abductees,” the statement added.
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Additionally, in two separate operations in Plateau State, the Army arrested four bandit arms suppliers.
“On October 17, 2024, in collaboration with other security agencies, troops arrested a female firearms courier and her accomplice at Barikin Ladi Motor Park. Intelligence revealed that this gun-running syndicate was smuggling arms from Plateau to terrorists in Zamfara State. The operation led to the arrest of Mrs. Fidausu Hassan and Mr. Sani Isah Musa, from whom troops recovered 505 rounds of 7.62mm (special) ammunition.
“In another decisive operation, troops raided the residence of a known terrorist in Ambakka village, at the Plateau-Nasarawa border. The operation resulted in the arrest of Alhaji Adamu Bajara, a wanted person on multiple security watchlists. Three AK-47 rifles and two rounds of 7.62mm (special) ammunition were recovered from his residence, while troops continued to pursue his accomplices.
“The troops also responded quickly to a report of cattle rustling in Mile 8, Pankshin Local Government Area, recovering 46 stolen livestock after overpowering the criminals in the encounter,” the statement concluded.
Written by Sakinat Musa Abubakar, Editor at Neptune Prime
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