Troops intercept ISWAP terrorists stealing school roofing in Yobe, one injured

Troops intercept ISWAP terrorists stealing school roofing in Yobe, one injured

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of 159 Military Battalion, Kanamma, have intercepted suspected ISWAP terrorists attempting to steal roofing zinc from Ngamma Primary School in Ngamma village, Yunusari Local Government Area of Yobe State.

Zagazola learnt that the incident occurred on Feb. 9 at about 9:00 p.m., when unknown gunmen armed with sophisticated weapons invaded the school. They reportedly mobilized some community youths to assist in removing the roofing zinc.

Personnel of 159 Military Battalion were swiftly deployed to the scene.

While engaging the insurgents, a flying bullet injured one Umar Maigari, a 19-year-old resident of the village, who sustained a gunshot wound on his left leg,” the sources said.

The victim was rushed to Specialist Hospital, Geidam, where he is currently receiving treatment and responding to care.

The situation has been brought under control, with monitoring and intelligence operations ongoing to prevent further attacks.

Troops intercept ISWAP terrorists stealing school roofing in Yobe, one injured