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Nigeria: NAF Super Tukano Rains Bombs on Boko Haram gathering in Borno
Nigeria: NAF Super Tukano Rains Bombs on Boko Haram gathering in Borno
By Zagalola Makama
Strikes by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Super Tucano fighter jets have killed scores of Boko Haram terrorists during their meeting in Sambisa Forest, Borno State.
The bombardment of terrorists is coming on the heels of the long week inter rivalry clash between the two groups which left scores of them killed.
NEWSng that the latest offensive was carried out on Feb 10 in Gaizuwa in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State.
Intelligence sources, disclosed that on receiving credible Information on 10 February 2023, that massive numbers of Boko Haram terrorists were converging for a meeting in Gaizuwa on the fringes of the Sambisa Forest, 2 NAF Super Tukano aircraft under Operation Hadin Kai were scrambled to carry out strikes on the targets.
He said “On reaching overhead the targets, the pilots observed a gathering of more than 100 terrorists with dozens of them on motorcycles.
“Using a mix of bombs and rockets, the 2 aircraft carried out series of strikes and scored devastating hits on the targets, killing scores of them and leaving some survivors scrambling for their lives.
“The aircraft also destroyed several motorcycles and weapons of the terrorists.” He added.
NEWSng reports that scores of terrorists are currently on the run following offensive.
“Some of the surviving fighters and their families who escaped the onslaught, were forced to lay down their arms and surrendered to the troops of 21 Amoured Brigade, Operation Hadin Kai in Bama.” The source said.
Police Recover Rifle, Ammunition, Arrest Four in Plateau Raid
By: Zagazola Makama
The Plateau State Police has arrested four suspects and recovered a locally fabricated rifle, live ammunition, and other exhibits following a raid on a suspected criminal hideout in Jos South Local Government Area.
Police sources said that the operation was carried out on April 10 at about 8:30 a.m. by a Tactical Team acting on credible intelligence.
The raid was conducted at the residence of one Luka Ovey in the Dong Kassa area, leading to the arrest of Henry Patrick (31), James Chorbe (28), and Fredrick Peter (19).
Recovered from the scene were one locally fabricated rifle, three live rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, three spent shells, substances suspected to be cannabis, and charms.
The police sources said further investigation led to the arrest of Luka Ovey (28) in the early hours of the same day.
“All suspects are currently in custody, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend other members of the gang and recover additional weapons,”said the sources.
Police Recover Rifle, Ammunition, Arrest Four in Plateau Raid
Police Arrest 22 Suspected Cultists, Criminals in Benue Raid
By: Zagazola Makama
The Benue Police has arrested 22 suspected cultists and criminals during a targeted raid on flashpoints and criminal hideouts in the Wadata axis of Makurdi.
Sources said that the operation, which is part of the command’s renewed effort to rid the area of cult activities and related crimes, began on April 9 at about 10:30 p.m. and lasted until 3:10 a.m. the following day.
The raid covered several suspected cultist abodes and black spots within the area.
Police sources said the suspects are currently in custody and undergoing investigation.
Police Arrest 22 Suspected Cultists, Criminals in Benue Raid
14-Year-Old House Help Arrested for Alleged Murder of Employer in Lagos
By: Zagazola Makama
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 14-year-old girl, Dorcas Adebisi, for allegedly stabbing her employer, Modupe Lawson, to death during an altercation at their residence in Oworonshoki.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on April 9 at about 4:00 p.m., and was reported to the Oworonshoki Police Division by the deceased’s brother, Abayomi Samuel Aina, around 5:00 p.m. the same day.
The sources said Police operatives who visited the scene at No. 13 Ayoola Street, Oworonshoki, found the victim lying in a pool of blood. Photographs were taken and the body was evacuated to the Mainland General Hospital Morgue in Yaba for autopsy.
The suspect was arrested at the scene and is currently in custody.
The police said investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident is ongoing.
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