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12 Vigilante Killed in Zamfara as Bandits abduct a sizable number of residents

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12 Vigilante Killed in Zamfara as Bandits abduct a sizable number of residents

By: Bodunrin Kayode

Armed Bandits have slaughtered 12 Vigilantes in Bukkuyum council Area of Zamfara State even as they carted away a large number of residents in a dare devil raid recently.

An impeccable source in the council head quarters said that the incident happened Wednesday morning, when the bandits kidnapped the men all of whom were gold miners on Mallamawa road to Adabka in Bukkuyum council area of the state.

It was gathered that Immediately After the vigilantes of the Adabka area got the news of what happened, they rallied and went after the bandits to rescue those who were kidnapped.

It was in the process that miners drove into an ambush mounted by the bandits which cost the loss of lives of 12 of them instantly with nine others injured.

One of the residents who lost his brother in the ambush told this reporter on anonymity that they were all killed while in the mood of the Ramadan fast, while on their way to save the lives of others.

“We believe they died the death of martyrdom and we buried 12 members of the squad already among which nine others sustained various degrees of injuries among which was my younger brother.

“We are calling on the Federal and the Zamfara State Government to look into the plight of the families of these brave vigilantes that lost their lives and cushion their pains. The source added “.

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Troops rescue three abducted victims, recover ammunition in Borno

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Troops rescue three abducted victims, recover ammunition in Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have rescued three abducted civilians and recovered ammunition during an operation in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State.

Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 10:00 a.m. on March 30 by troops of 202 Battalion in collaboration with volunteer forces at BOCOBS.

According to the sources, the troops responded to credible intelligence indicating that suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province and Boko Haram had abducted three locals in the area.

The sources said the troops made contact with the insurgents and successfully rescued all three victims during the operation.

Items recovered from the scene include one AK-47 rifle magazine loaded with 30 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.

The sources added that the rescued victims are safe, while troops have continued to dominate the general area to prevent further incidents.

They said the operation is part of sustained efforts to protect civilians and dismantle terrorist activities across the North-East theatre.

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Troops repel terrorist attack in Yobe

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Troops repel terrorist attack in Yobe

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled an attack by suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province and Boko Haram on a Forward Operating Base in Yunusari Local Government Area of Yobe State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 10:05 p.m. on March 30 at Forward Operating Base Bukarti.

According to the sources, the terrorists launched an attack on the troops’ position, prompting a fierce engagement during which the troops successfully repelled the assailants.

During the encounter, one soldier sustained injuries and has since been stabilised and is responding to treatment.

The sources added that the attackers carted away a gun truck mounted with a QJC gun, a Civilian Joint Task Force vehicle, two motorcycles, a PKT machine gun and a Baofeng radio.

They said troops have continued to maintain operational presence in the area, while efforts are ongoing to recover the stolen equipment and further degrade the capabilities of the insurgents.

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CJTF member accidentally shot by colleague in Borno

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CJTF member accidentally shot by colleague in Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

A member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) has been injured in an accidental shooting incident in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:50 a.m. on March 31 at the location of 162 Amphibious Battalion in Mandara-Girau.

According to the sources, the CJTF member was on duty when he was mistakenly shot in the left leg by a colleague.

The victim was immediately evacuated to the battalion’s medical facility, where he is currently receiving treatment.

Sources said the injured personnel are responding to treatment, while further details surrounding the incident are being awaited.

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