Military debunks rumor of abduction of 150 persons in Sokoto

Military debunks rumor of abduction of 150 persons in Sokoto

By: Our Reporter

The Nigerian military has reacted to the rumor making the round that terrorists have abducted over one hundred and fifty residents of Gobir village in Sokoto state after the reported killing of an emir earlier abducted in the state.

In a statement, Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defense Media Operations, clarified that a trending video showing mass killings and burials actually depicts events from a nearby African country, not Nigeria.

Also speaking on the incident in Zamfsra state, where bandits reportedly burned down military vehicles after it was said to have abandoned detailed that on August 29, 2024, at around 5 p.m., troops from OPERATION HADARIN DAJI stationed at FOB Zurmi in Zamfara State conducted a patrol to target terrorists in Kwashabawa Village.

During the operation, two MRAPs became immobilized in swampy terrain due to heavy rains.

The troops dismounted and deactivated the vehicles to prevent their capture by terrorists.

Although General Buba did not give further details, he urged the general public to be cautious of terrorist attempts to spread misinformation and fake news as part of their propaganda efforts.

Military debunks rumor of abduction of 150 persons in Sokoto