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NAF Super Tucano Strikes Neutralise ISWAP Terrorists in Chettimari, Niger Republic

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NAF Super Tucano Strikes Neutralise ISWAP Terrorists in Chettimari, Niger Republic

By: Zagazola Makama

The Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) has conducted precise air interdiction missions, neutralising dozens of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists in the border axis between Damasak and Chettimari, located in Diffa Region of Niger Republic.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the successful strikes were executed on March 17, following credible intelligence indicating that mass number of the terrorists were moving on motorcycles with the intent of launching attacks on remote villages.

The sources said that acting swiftly on the intelligence, NAF Super Tucano aircraft were scrambled to track and engage the hostile elements.

According to him, a battle damage assessment (BDA) confirmed that the strikes were highly effective, eliminating a significant number of terrorists, destroying their motorcycles and disrupting their operational plans.

The coordinated air strikes not only degraded enemy combat capability but also prevented an imminent attack on vulnerable communities in the border region.

“The operation was meticulously planned and executed based on real-time intelligence, ensuring maximum impact on the enemy,” the sources said.

The latest air interdiction operation is part of sustained efforts by NAF and OPHK to dominate the battlespace and deny ISWAP and other terrorist elements freedom of movement within the Lake Chad Basin region.

The successful airstrikes in Chettimari was designed towards supporting joint operations with regional allies to restore peace and stability.

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Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA foil bandits’ attack in Katsina

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Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA foil bandits’ attack in Katsina

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army and Police Command in Katsina State, have foiled an attempted attack by armed bandits in Malumfashi Local Government Area.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 7:35 p.m. following credible intelligence that armed bandits on motorcycles were heading towards Gora village.

Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA and other security operatives, intercepted the bandits and engaged in a fierce gun duel.

The bandits fled in disarray under superior firepower. No casualty was recorded, and calm has since returned to the area,”said sources.

The sources added that aggressive patrols and clearance operations had been intensified to track down the fleeing criminals.

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4 arrested over attack on Sokoto Deputy Governor’s convoy

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4 arrested over attack on Sokoto Deputy Governor’s convoy

By: Zagazola Makama

At least four persons have been arrested over an attack on the convoy of the Deputy Governor of Sokoto State who was returning from a condolence visit in Shagari Local Government Area.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the deputy governor had visited Shagari town to commiserate with victims displaced by recent bandits’ attacks on their villages when angry displaced persons attacked him.

“On his way back around 1 p.m., the convoy was obstructed by displaced persons who blocked the road and vandalised some vehicles in the entourage.

“Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, swiftly cleared the obstruction and restored order.

“Four suspects were arrested at the scene and transferred to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for discreet investigation,” sources said.

The sources added that calm had since returned to the area, while security had been reinforced to forestall further disturbances.

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20 feared dead in Niger boat mishap

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20 feared dead in Niger boat mishap

By: Zagazola Makama

Twenty persons, including the village head of Tungan-Sule in Malale District, Borgu Local Government Area of Niger, have drowned in a boat mishap.

Sources said the tragedy occurred at about 1:45 p.m. on Sept. 2 when a locally made wooden boat carrying the victims capsized while on transit between Tungan-Sule and Toduga villages.

According to the sources, all the passengers were drowned before the arrival of the rescue team.

“The bodies were later recovered and buried at the riverbank according to traditional rites,” said the sources.

The sources said that police and local authorities had visited the community to commiserate with the families of the deceased.

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