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COAS COMMISSIONS 12 BLOCKS OF ACCOMMODATION FOR SOLDIERS OF 223 BATTALION ZURU
COAS COMMISSIONS 12 BLOCKS OF ACCOMMODATION FOR SOLDIERS OF 223 BATTALION ZURU
… urges troops to intensify operations against bandits
By: Michael Mike
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya has commissioned 13 blocks of self-contained accommodation for soldiers and their families at 223 Battalion, Dakkarawa Barracks, Zuru in Kebbi state. The COAS commissioned the project today, Wednesday 4 May 2022, while continuing his operational tour of 8 Division Area of Responsibility in the North West.
Delivering his remarks at the commissioning ceremony, Gen Yahaya stated that his visit was to assess the current security situation and troops’ readiness, as well as obtain firsthand information on the state of infrastructure in the barracks. He added, that having inspected the Barracks, he was determined to provide requisite infrastructural development that will enhance the welfare of troops and their families in the barracks.
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General Yahaya further assured the barracks community that additional 12 blocks will be renovated and remodelled, aside a mini water work that will be constructed to mitigate the perennial water shortage in the barracks.
The COAS disclosed that the intervention was necessitated by his drive to create a conducive environment for soldiers’ families to enable troops effectively carryout their duties in the right frame of mind where ever they are deployed. He urged the troops to intensify ongoing operations against the bandits and other criminals in their area of responsibility.
The COAS also paid an obeisance visit to His Royal Highness, the Emir of Zuru, Major General Muhammadu Sani Sami (rtd), where he commended the Royal father for his support to troops. He called on the traditional institution to work hand in gloves with the Nigerian Army and other security agencies to defeat banditry.
Responding, the highly revered monarch assured the COAS of his continuous support to restore normalcy in his domain.
COAS COMMISSIONS 12 BLOCKS OF ACCOMMODATION FOR SOLDIERS OF 223 BATTALION ZURU
Troops rescue six kidnapped victims after gun battle with terrorists in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the 1 Division Nigerian Army under Operation FANSAN YANMA have rescued six kidnapped victims after engaging suspected terrorists in a gun battle in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the rescue operation followed credible intelligence on the movement of armed terrorists suspected to be transporting abducted victims through forest routes in the area.
According to the sources, troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Gurara, under Sub-Sector 4 of Operation FANSAN YANMA, responded swiftly to the intelligence at about 7 a.m. on March 14.
The troops subsequently laid an ambush at a suspected crossing point used by the terrorists around Sabon Kurutu Village in Kachia LGA.
“During the operation, troops made contact with the terrorists and engaged them in a fierce gun battle. The criminals, overwhelmed by the superior firepower of the troops, fled into the surrounding bush, abandoning some items,” the source said.
Following the engagement, troops combed the general area and successfully rescued six kidnapped victims. However, a seventh victim, a minor, was reported to have died during the crossfire between the troops and the fleeing terrorists.
Troops also recovered three motorcycles believed to have been used by the terrorists during the movement of the abducted victims.
Preliminary interrogation of the rescued victims revealed that they were abducted earlier on March 14 from Janjala Village in Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The victims said they had been moved through forest routes by the terrorists before the troops intercepted them.
The rescued victims and the body of the deceased minor were evacuated to Katari Hospital for medical attention and other necessary procedures.
Military sources said families of the rescued victims had been contacted.
The Military said the troops 1 Division Operation FANSAN YANMA and other task force has continued sustained offensives and intelligence-driven operations aimed at dismantling terrorist and bandit networks across the North-West region.
Troops rescue six kidnapped victims after gun battle with terrorists in Kaduna
Civilian JTF operative shoots man in Katsina, arrested
By: Zagazola Makama
A 37-year-old member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF) has been arrested after shooting a man during an altercation in Yantumaki town, Katsina State.
Sources said that the incident occurred on Feb. 9 at about 7:30 p.m.
According to the sources, the Civilian JTF operative, Musa Idi, reportedly shot 55-year-old Ummaru Maulaye on his right leg during a confrontation, causing a fracture.
“The incident incited youths in the town who mobilized in an attempt to breach the peace. The DPO promptly responded to pacify the situation,” the sources said.
The victim was taken to the General Hospital in Dutsin-Ma and is currently receiving treatment. The suspect has been taken into custody, and the rifle used in the incident was recovered.
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Troops intercept ISWAP terrorists stealing school roofing in Yobe, one injured
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 159 Military Battalion, Kanamma, have intercepted suspected ISWAP terrorists attempting to steal roofing zinc from Ngamma Primary School in Ngamma village, Yunusari Local Government Area of Yobe State.
Zagazola learnt that the incident occurred on Feb. 9 at about 9:00 p.m., when unknown gunmen armed with sophisticated weapons invaded the school. They reportedly mobilized some community youths to assist in removing the roofing zinc.
Personnel of 159 Military Battalion were swiftly deployed to the scene.
While engaging the insurgents, a flying bullet injured one Umar Maigari, a 19-year-old resident of the village, who sustained a gunshot wound on his left leg,” the sources said.
The victim was rushed to Specialist Hospital, Geidam, where he is currently receiving treatment and responding to care.
The situation has been brought under control, with monitoring and intelligence operations ongoing to prevent further attacks.
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