Crime
Troops eliminates 3 ISWAP terrorists enforcing lavies, recover 2 rifles, grenade
Troops eliminates 3 ISWAP terrorists enforcing lavies, recover 2 rifles, grenade
By: Zagazola Makama
The troops of Sector 2 Operation Hadin Kai on Sunday eliminated three ISWAP terrorists enforcing Zakkat Levies on Maltari Village near Kukareta in Borno State.
Intelligence sources, reliably informed Zagazola Makama, that the terrorists met their Waterloo during a gunfight with the troops.
The sources said that the following report was received at about 4am on Sunday February 18, 2024, about terrorist elements sighted at Maltari Village near Kukareta where they were reported to be enforcing collection of Zakat Levies from community members.
He said that a fighting patrol from Sector 2 Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai, deployed at Forward Operating Base Kukareta in Conjunction with Yobe state Hunters group, were tasked to conduct a special Patrol to the area.
The team made Contact with elements of the terrorists near Lawanti village where the troops engaged and naturalized three terrorists.
The patrol also recovered two Ak47 rifles with two magazines containing 16 rounds of 7.62MM special, two hand grenades and one motorcycle.
The nutrialised terrorists are believed to be part of the group that attacked troops camp at Kukareta on Sunday 4th February 2024.
The troops of Sector 2 have intensified fighting operations to deny the terrorists any freedom of action within the AOR.
Troops eliminates 3 ISWAP terrorists enforcing lavies, recover 2 rifles, grenade
Crime
Armed bandits attack Kwandawa village in Sokoto, most kidnapped victims rescued
Armed bandits attack Kwandawa village in Sokoto, most kidnapped victims rescued
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits attacked Kwandawa village in Sokoto State in the early hours of November 26, kidnapping several residents, but most of the victims were rescued unharmed.
Zagazola report that the assailants, described as numerous and carrying sophisticated weapons, invaded the village around 2:30 a.m., firing sporadically and abducting an unspecified number of people.
A coordinated response engaged the attackers in a prolonged gun duel, forcing them to flee into nearby bushes with apparent gunshot injuries.
While the majority of the kidnapped villagers were rescued unhurt, two victims remain unaccounted for. No casualties were reported among the villagers or the responding security personnel.
Security forces are combing the surrounding area to rescue the remaining victims and apprehend the bandits, with neighboring districts alerted to block potential escape routes.
Armed bandits attack Kwandawa village in Sokoto, most kidnapped victims rescued
Crime
Troops foiled Armed bandits’ attack at Bulunku Zamzam Hotel in Gusau
Troops foiled Armed bandits’ attack at Bulunku Zamzam Hotel in Gusau
By: Zagazola Makama
A suspected bandit attack was foiled by Nigerian troops in Gusau, Zamfara State, in the early hours of November 27, after gunmen stormed Bulunku Zamzam Hotel and areas behind NTA Samaru.
According to sources, the attackers, armed with sophisticated weapons, engaged security operatives in a prolonged gun duel.
The confrontation forced the bandits to retreat, sustaining possible gunshot injuries. No abduction or casualties were recorded during the incident.
Patrols and monitoring remain active in the area to prevent further criminal activities and ensure public safety.
Troops foiled Armed bandits’ attack at Bulunku Zamzam Hotel in Gusau
Crime
Clash between farmers and herders in Bauchi leaves one dead, six arrested
Clash between farmers and herders in Bauchi leaves one dead, six arrested
By: Zagazola Makama
A clash between farmers and herders in Bursali village, Zaki Local Government Area of Bauchi State, on November 26 resulted in the death of an unidentified herder and the arrest of six suspects.
Zagazola Makama learnt that at about 1100 hours, nomadic Fulani herders from Jigawa State allegedly trespassed into local farms, destroying crops and sparking an altercation with residents.
The confrontation escalated, leading to the death of a herder.
Police intervened to restore order and have arrested six individuals in connection with the incident.
Sources said that the area is currently under close monitoring as investigations continue.
Clash between farmers and herders in Bauchi leaves one dead, six arrested
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