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Nigerian Military Smoke Bandits in N/West Africa In Another Deadly Precision Airstrike
Nigerian Military Smoke Bandits in N/West Africa In Another Deadly Precision Airstrike
By: Zagazola Makama
The Air component of Operation Hadarin Daji (OPHD) has launched another devastating intelligence led aerial and ground coordinated operation targeting Top Bandit Kingpin MONORE in the east of Katsina village of Danmusa LGA.
The operation, conducted on 28 April 2024, at about 7am, yielded significant success as the Battle Damage Assessment (BDA) post-strike conducted revealed the neutralization of over 20 terrorists. an unknown number of high profile fighters including members of the MONORE’s family were neutralised.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that MONORE is the Chief Coordinator of all atrocities committed by bandits in Danmusa, Musawa, Matazu, Safana and Kankara LGAs in Katsina state. The bandits kingpin has killed dozens of people, razed villages, attacked commuters and placed ransom on communities.
His hideout was located in the east of Katsina village of Danmusa LGA, before he eventually evacuated to a new hideout around Bichi Mallamawa mountains along with his family and fighters, were he was trailed and nutrialised.
In another development, NAF airstrikes bombarded the camp of another camp of bandit kingpin KACHALLAH DOGO IDI, located around the border between Katsina and Zamfara State.
The damaging airstrikes resulted in the Suyanisation of 26 bandits, while dozens of fighters including Kachallah Dogo Idi sustained various degrees of injury.
The airstrike which disoriented the bandits led to the escape of 23 women captive of the bandits. The women were kidnapped last week in Shemori Gidan Kwabo and Gidan Kare.
The success of these airstrikes and ground troops operation under Operation Hadarin Daji underscores commitment of the Armed forces toward eradicating terrorism and ensuring the safety and security of Nigerian citizens.
These airstrikes complement the ongoing efforts of ground forces in the North West and represent a crucial step forward in the fight against terrorism through inter agency collaboration.
Nigerian Military Smoke Bandits in N/West Africa In Another Deadly Precision Airstrike
Troops rescue three kidnapped victims in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued three kidnapped victims during a fighting patrol in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Security sources told Zagazola that the operation was conducted on April 25 at about 9:00 p.m. by troops of 1 Brigade in collaboration with hybrid forces deployed at Kulchin Kalgo.
The sources said the troops advanced to Bilbis area following intelligence on the presence of terrorists and made contact with the armed group.
According to the sources, the troops engaged the criminals in a firefight, forcing them to flee and abandon three kidnapped victims in the process.
The rescued victims were subsequently handed over to the district head of Bilbis for safe custody and further reunification with their families.
The sources added that the troops have continued exploitation of the area to track fleeing suspects, while the general security situation remains under close monitoring.
Troops rescue three kidnapped victims in Zamfara
Troops arrest suspects, rescue kidnap victim in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested two suspected kidnappers and rescued a victim in Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said that the incident occurred on April 25 at about 10:30 a.m., when troops deployed at Agidi responded to reports of a kidnap incident in Abenga and Mabur communities.
The sources said the troops swiftly mobilised to the area and made contact with the suspected kidnappers, engaging them during the operation.
According to the sources, the troops overpowered the criminals, leading to the arrest of two suspects and the rescue of one kidnapped victim.
The sources added that the apprehended suspects and the rescued victim have been handed over to the Nigeria Police for further investigation and necessary action.
They assured that security forces will continue to intensify operations to curb kidnapping and other criminal activities in the state.
Troops arrest suspects, rescue kidnap victim in Benue
Troops, DSS arrest suspected IPOB/ESN member in Enugu raid
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), have arrested a suspected member of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), during a raid in Enugu State.
Sources said that the operation was carried out on April 25 at about 6:20 p.m. by troops of 82 Division Garrison, 103 Battalion and 197 Special Forces Battalion.
The sources said the joint team conducted the raid at Obinofia Ndiagu village, where one suspected IPOB/ESN operative was apprehended.
According to the sources, three mobile phones were recovered from the suspect during the operation.
They added that the suspect and recovered items are currently in the custody of the 82 Military Intelligence Brigade for further investigation and necessary action.
The sources noted that the operation is part of ongoing efforts by security agencies to dismantle criminal networks and restore peace in the South-East.
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