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Troops sustain pressure on terrorists, neutralized several, recover weapons, livestock in Zamfara
Troops sustain pressure on terrorists, neutralized several, recover weapons, livestock in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 1 Brigade, Nigerian Army, conducting clearance operations under Operation FANSAN YANMA in Zamfara State have sustained pressure on terrorists, neutralising several fighters, recovering arms, motorcycles, and rescuing dozens of livestock.
The coordinated operations, conducted between July 22 and 23, targeted criminal enclaves and key terrorist transit routes in Maradun and Anka Local Government Areas of the state.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that on July 23, troops deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Fangaltama in Maradun LGA, acting on credible intelligence about terrorist activities, embarked on a fighting patrol and made contact with armed elements behind a tractia company location.
A fierce gun duel ensued during which three terrorists were neutralised. The troops recovered two AK-47 rifles with one empty magazine, two Honda motorcycles, a Tecno mobile phone with dual SIM cards, a wireless earbud, and some old naira notes.
Similarly, on July 22, based on intelligence on the movement of a large number of terrorists toward Taki Tawas village in Anka LGA, troops launched a fighting patrol.
In the course of the operation, the Brigade Commander, who was on an operational assessment visit, joined the troops and took command of the battle. The terrorists fled in disarray, abandoning two motorcycles which were later recovered during exploitation.
In another bold manoeuvre, troops in conjunction with local vigilantes, staged a night ambush in the early hours of July 23 near Taki Takwas village. The ambush team successfully engaged the terrorists, pursued them through their withdrawal routes, and destroyed eight Honda motorcycles.
Troops also recovered 14 camels abandoned by the fleeing terrorists, which are believed to have been stolen from local communities. Efforts are ongoing to reunite the recovered animals with their rightful owners.
In a follow-up exploitation on July 23, troops recovered an additional 56 cows and one camel, bringing the total livestock recovered to 78.
The recovered animals were formally handed over to the Chairman of Bakura Local Government Area, Hon. Saidu Danbala, who was represented by the Speaker of the LGA Legislative Council, Hon. Armaya’u Boyi Bakura. Representatives from Anka LGA, as well as councillors from Birnin Tudu and Damri villages, were also present during the handover.
A military source said the series of successful engagements have degraded terrorist capabilities and boosted civilian confidence.
“The general security situation within our Area of Responsibility remains calm but unpredictable. Troops continue to dominate key locations and routes to deny terrorists freedom of action,” the source said.
The ongoing operations are part of the Nigerian Army’s intensified efforts to restore peace and security in the North-West zone, especially in Zamfara, where terrorists have for years disrupted socio-economic activities.
Troops sustain pressure on terrorists, neutralized several, recover weapons, livestock in Zamfara
Army, DSS arrest notorious cultist, gunrunner in Cross River, recover weapons
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 13 Brigade, in collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS), have arrested a suspected cultist and gunrunner during a raid operation in Ikom Local Government Area of Cross River State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 1:10 a.m. on April 3 along Effangha Spring Road in Ikom.
The sources disclosed that the suspect, who hails from Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State, was apprehended during the coordinated raid.
According to the sources, troops recovered one revolver pistol, one sword, two laptops, four mobile phones, one digital camera, one wristwatch, three identity cards, and a sack of garri allegedly used to conceal the weapon.
The suspect and recovered items have since been handed over to the DSS for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Security authorities said the operation is part of ongoing efforts to curb cult-related violence and illegal arms circulation in the South-South region.
Army, DSS arrest notorious cultist, gunrunner in Cross River, recover weapons
Gunmen kill village head, wife in Adamawa, son hospitalised
By: Zagazola Makama
Unknown gunmen have killed a village head and his wife in Tunga Waja community, Lamurde Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 8:50 p.m. on April 2, when the assailants attacked the residence of the village head and opened fire on him, his wife and their son.
The sources disclosed that the village head died on the spot, while his wife and son sustained gunshot wounds and were evacuated to a medical facility in Tingno for treatment.
According to the sources, the wife later died at the hospital, while the son is currently receiving treatment.
The motive behind the attack remains unclear, while efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.
The incident has heightened concerns among residents, as security agencies intensify efforts to restore calm and prevent further attacks in the area.
Gunmen kill village head, wife in Adamawa, son hospitalised
Three soldiers injured in road accident during pursuit of bandits in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Three soldiers have sustained injuries following a road traffic accident during an encounter with suspected armed bandits in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:00 p.m. on April 2, when troops of 2 Battalion deployed at Forward Operating Base Dogon Dawa were returning from an administrative patrol.
The sources explained that the troops reportedly sighted a group of armed bandits attempting to block the road at Ngede Allah and engaged them, forcing the criminals to flee.
During the pursuit, however, three soldiers fell off a military gun truck and sustained varying degrees of injuries, including fractures to the hand and leg.
The injured personnel were immediately evacuated to the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital in Kaduna, where they are currently receiving treatment and responding positively.
Security operations in the area have continued as troops maintain pressure on criminal elements within the axis.
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