Troops of the Nigerian Army deployed for counter-terrorism operations successfully ambushed and neutralized six terrorists in Kaduna State.
The operation also led to the recovery of various arms and logistical equipment.
Acting on credible intelligence regarding the movement of terrorist elements in the Giwa and Birnin Gwari Local Government Areas (LGAs), the troops swiftly mobilized to intercept the threat.
The ambush was executed at Kidandan Junction in Giwa LGA, where the troops engaged the terrorists in a fierce firefight.
The terrorists, unable to withstand the assault, fled the scene, abandoning a pistol.
The troops proceeded to clear Basurfe and Yuna villages, recovering a motorbike left behind by the escaping terrorists who had crossed a nearby river valley.
Demonstrating their determination, the troops pursued the terrorists to Katoge village, a known enclave and crossing point for the terrorists.
There, they encountered a scout for the terrorists and eliminated him, recovering a semi-automatic pump-action rifle.
The operation culminated in Saulawa village in Birnin Gwari LGA, where the troops encountered several terrorists on motorbikes.
A ferocious exchange of fire ensued, resulting in the neutralization of five more terrorists.
The troops’ superior firepower led to the recovery of one AK-47 rifle, one G3 rifle, and nine motorbikes.
These successful operations underscore the troops’ resilience and commitment to mitigating terrorist activities in the troubled regions of Kaduna State.
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