Troops Foil Planned Attack on Adamawa Community, Neutralise Gunman, Recover Three AK-47 Rifles

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of the 23 Brigade have foiled a planned attack on communities in Lamurde Local Government Area of Adamawa State, neutralising one suspected armed assailant and recovering a cache of weapons and ammunition during an intelligence-led operation.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation was conducted at about 10:55 a.m. on June 27 after troops received credible intelligence indicating that a group of armed assailants was planning to launch an attack on communities around the Rigange general area.

Acting swiftly on the intelligence, the troops established a blocking position along suspected infiltration routes commonly used by the attackers in an effort to intercept them before they could reach their intended target.

The sources said the operation paid off when the troops came into contact with the armed suspects, leading to a firefight.

During the exchange of gunfire, one of the assailants was neutralised, while others fled into the adjoining forest with suspected gunshot wounds.

A search of the area led to the recovery of three AK-47 rifles, four AK-47 magazines and 26 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition abandoned by the fleeing criminals.

Military sources described the operation as another successful pre-emptive action aimed at denying criminal elements the opportunity to attack vulnerable communities in Adamawa State.

They added that troops have intensified pursuit operations in the surrounding forest to track down the fleeing suspects and recover additional weapons, while security has been reinforced across the area to forestall further threats.

Troops Foil Planned Attack on Adamawa Community, Neutralise Gunman, Recover Three AK-47 Rifles

NAF Airstrike Eliminates 11 ISWAP Terrorists in Borno’s Maisani Axis

By Zagazola Makama

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), under the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI, has intensified its sustained air offensive against Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists, neutralising no fewer than 11 insurgents during a precision air interdiction mission in the Maisani general area of Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation was carried out at about 5:30 p.m. on June 20 after credible intelligence, corroborated through persistent Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), confirmed the presence and movement of terrorist elements within the target area.

“The target was positively identified following careful surveillance and intelligence analysis. After confirming the absence of civilian presence, the aircraft engaged the location with precision-guided fire, resulting in devastating effects on the terrorists,” the sources said.

He disclosed that a post-strike Battle Damage Assessment (BDA), conducted through aerial surveillance, confirmed that at least 11 terrorists were neutralised during the strike.

The sourcss noted that the successful mission further degraded the operational capability of the insurgents operating around the Damboa axis, an area that has remained under sustained military pressure in recent weeks.

He added that the military under Operation HADIN KAI, has continued to execute intelligence-driven air operations aimed at denying terrorists freedom of movement, destroying their hideouts and supporting ongoing ground offensives across the North-East.

“The Air Component remains committed to providing timely and decisive air power in support of ground forces. Our operations are carefully planned and executed based on actionable intelligence to ensure maximum impact on terrorist elements while minimising the risk to innocent civilians,” the senior officer added.

NAF Airstrike Eliminates 11 ISWAP Terrorists in Borno’s Maisani Axis

Armed Robbers Kill Village Head of Gana Ropp in Plateau Ambush

By Zagazola Makama

The Village Head of Gana Ropp has been shot dead after armed men suspected to be robbers ambushed motorists along the Barkin Ladi–Gana Ropp Road in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Sunday when the assailants opened fire on road users travelling along the notorious stretch of road.

The traditional ruler, who was riding a motorcycle at the time of the attack, was fatally shot by the gunmen. He died from gunshot wounds sustained during the incident.

The attackers reportedly fled the scene before security operatives arrived, while the killing sent panic through nearby communities.

The Barkin Ladi–Gana Ropp corridor has remained a persistent security flashpoint, with recurring incidents of armed robbery targeting commuters, particularly during the evening hours.

Armed Robbers Kill Village Head of Gana Ropp in Plateau Ambush