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One Killed, Two Injured as Terrorists Attack Village in Niger’s Dosso Region

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One Killed, Two Injured as Terrorists Attack Village in Niger’s Dosso Region

By Zagazola Makama

At least one person was killed, two others injured, and 24 cattle rustled after suspected terrorists attacked Yassoukounga village in the rural commune of Tounouga, Gaya Department of Dosso Region in the Republic of Niger.

Local sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred during the night of July 11 to July 12, when the assailants stormed the village, killing one resident and injuring two others before making away with 24 cows.

The sources said the incident has left residents in shock, with fears growing over the worsening security situation in communities along the Niger-Benin-Nigeria border corridor.

No group has claimed responsibility for the attack, but the area has witnessed recurring incursions by armed terrorist groups operating across the border regions.

Security authorities are yet to issue an official statement on the incident.

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Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorist Informants at Askira Uba Market

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Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorist Informants at Askira Uba Market

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of 115 Task Force Battalion have arrested two suspected terrorist informants during a security operation at Askira Uba Market in Askira Uba Local Government Area of Borno State.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended at about 3:10 p.m. on Aug. 1 following intelligence-led surveillance by troops operating in the area.

The sources said the two suspects are believed to have been providing information to terrorist elements operating within the region.

Following their arrest, the suspects were handed over to the Headquarters, 28 Task Force Brigade, for further investigation and other necessary actions.

Military sources said the operation is part of ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist support networks by identifying and apprehending informants and collaborators aiding insurgent activities in the North-East.

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Troops arrest suspected ISWAP informant attempting to flee Adamawa community

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Troops arrest suspected ISWAP informant attempting to flee Adamawa community

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation HADIN KAI, have arrested a suspected ISWAP informant who allegedly attempted to flee after residents became suspicious of his activities in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect, identified as Hassan Hammon Buba, 35, was arrested at about 2:30 p.m. on July 31 by troops of the 232 Battalion (Tactical) at Garaha Market.

The sources said the arrest followed credible intelligence linking the suspect to suspected insurgent activities.

According to the sources, the suspect allegedly tried to escape from the community after noticing that local residents were making efforts to report his suspicious movements and activities to security agencies.

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Troops arrest two suspected terrorist informants at Borno market

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Troops arrest two suspected terrorist informants at Borno market

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation HADIN KAI, have arrested two suspected terrorist informants during a fighting patrol at Askira Market in Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended at about 3:10 p.m. on Aug. 1 by troops of the 115 Task Force Battalion acting on credible intelligence.

The suspects were identified as Gujiya Mamiyo Umar, 40, from Gargauli, and Adam Abba, 39, from Bulakurge village, both in Askira/Uba Local Government Area.

According to the sources, the troops arrested the duo during routine fighting and market patrols aimed at disrupting terrorist support networks and identifying collaborators operating within civilian communities.

The suspects were subsequently handed over to the Headquarters of the 28 Task Force Brigade for further investigation and other necessary actions.

Military sources said the operation forms part of ongoing intelligence-driven efforts by Operation HADIN KAI to dismantle terrorist logistics and intelligence networks across the North-East.

They added that the general security situation across the theatre remains calm but unpredictable, while troops continue to maintain high morale and operational readiness in the ongoing counter-insurgency campaign.

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