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Soldier came ranting, insulting UN air crew and Humanitarian workers before shooting – Eyewitness
Soldier came ranting, insulting UN air crew and Humanitarian workers before shooting – Eyewitness
….As Military Confirmed Incident in Borno
By: James Bwala
An eyewitness, who saw how some of the humanitarian workers escaped death following a brain seizure from a soldier fighting Boko Haram insurgency in the northeast Nigeria revealed that the soldier came ranting and raining insults
on the UN air crew and humanitarians workers calling them all sorts of names before he started shooting.
The eyewitness, who pleaded not to be mentioned said he was at the base to deliver a message when trouble started living two soldiers dead and a humanitarian worker, who was latter identify as an international staff from Ethiopia.
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“All of a sudden he opened fire on the captain (pilot) who tried to escape.It is still uncertain if the pilot was injured or not.
“After that he (soldier) turned towards the humanitarians and started firing. The humanitarians took to their heels and scampered for safety.
According to him those ran in all directions creating chaos in the base as gunshot from the soldier rant the air.
“While they were running, one of the MDM staff (an expat) fell to the ground and the soldier came upon her and stabbed her with knife multiple times until she gave up the ghost.
“The other humanitarians took to their heels all over the military base.
“While the soldier was stabbing the expat, his fellow soldier tried to disarm him but unfortunately he was also stabbed to death.
“The military authority immediately gave a standing order and the perpetrator (solider) was gunned down.” He said.
Also confirming the incident, the Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Major Samson Nantip Zhakom, confirmed the incident in a statement.
“The Theatre Command Operation HADIN KAI regrets to inform the public of a sad occurrence at one of our military bases today. A soldier shot and killed a staff of one of the NGOs providing humanitarian support in the North East.
“Same soldier also killed another soldier and injured the co-pilot of one of the UN helicopters. Own troops on the ground immediately neutralized the errant personnel”.
Soldier came ranting, insulting UN air crew and Humanitarian workers before shooting – Eyewitness
Troops Clear Terrorist Enclaves, Recover Items in Katsina Operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have cleared suspected terrorist enclaves and recovered items during a coordinated offensive in Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 8:00 a.m. on April 22 by troops of 17 Brigade in collaboration with members of the Katsina State Community Watch Corps (KSCWC), with support from the Air Component of the operation.
The troops reportedly cleared identified enclaves at Radawa, Farin Tafki and Kuka Damisa during the operation.
Items recovered include one empty AK-47 magazine, two motorcycles, a horse and a vehicle.
The recovered items are currently in the custody of the troops for further action.
The sources added that the operation is part of ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist hideouts and restore security across Katsina State.
Troops Clear Terrorist Enclaves, Recover Items in Katsina Operation
Troops Respond to Attack in Zamfara, IED Incident Recorded Without Casualties
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have responded to a terrorist attack around Zamfarawa outpost in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, while an improvised explosive device (IED) incident was also recorded along a nearby route.
Security sources said the troops of 1 Brigade, deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Danjibga, responded at about 10:10 p.m. on April 21 after receiving reports of gunfire around the outpost.
Following the engagement, a vehicle conveying grains to Danjibga reportedly triggered an IED along the Danjibga–Kunchin Kalgo axis.
The sources said no casualties were recorded from the explosion.
They added that troops have intensified patrols and monitoring along the axis to forestall further incidents and ensure the safety of residents and road users.
Troops Respond to Attack in Zamfara, IED Incident Recorded Without Casualties
Troops Arrest Three Suspected Collaborators in Niger Offensive Operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops have arrested three suspected terrorist collaborators during a joint offensive operation in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 6:17 a.m. on April 22 by troops deployed at Forward Operating Bases (FOB) Audu Fari and Babana.
The troops carried out coordinated operations across multiple locations including Kuble–Lumma–Swahi, Saminaka–Kanu, Sokomba–Kabe–Kerengi–Mirami, and the Babana general area.
According to the sources, the operation was aimed at dominating the area and denying criminal elements freedom of action within the Area of Responsibility.
During the exercise, three suspected collaborators were apprehended and are currently in military custody for further action.
The sources added that troops will sustain offensive operations to dismantle criminal networks and enhance security across the area.
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