Troops Killed Several Terrorists, Nabbed Suspects in Nationwide Operations – Report

The Nigerian Army says troops have in the last 24 hours killed several terrorists, rescued kidnap victims and apprehended suspects in ongoing operations across theatres.

This is revealed in an operational report released on Thursday in Abuja.

The report said the successes were recorded between May 6 and May 7 under various military operations.

In the North-East, it said troops of 25 Brigade and 19 Battalion cleared terrorist enclaves at Dusu, Multe and Hawan Burum in the Damboa Local Government Area.

“During the operation, troops made contact with terrorists around the Multe general area of the Timbuktu Triangle, neutralising two insurgents and capturing one.

“Items recovered include one AK-47 rifle, 30 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, a magazine, nine bicycles and a motorcycle,” it said.

The report added that other troops, supported by the Civilian Joint Task Force also cleared Kimba and Sabon Gari villages, while operations continued across the Timbuktu Triangle.

In Plateau State, it said the troops under Operation Enduring Peace responded to an attack on Nding Sesu community, where six persons were killed and three others injured by fleeing criminals.

According to the report, troops evacuated the victims to hospital for medical attention and launched follow-up actions.

It added that troops arrested a suspected kidnapper in the Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of the state.

In Nasarawa State, it said the troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE apprehended an ex-soldier for impersonation at Galadima in the Lafia Local Government Area.

“Recovered items included military kits and two mobile phones, while the suspect was handed over to the police for further investigation. Similarly, in Taraba State, troops arrested a suspected gunrunner in tDongahe Local Government Area, following actionable intelligence.

“Troops also foiled a kidnap attempt along the Katsina-Ala–Takum road, rescuing five victims, including a soldier, who sustained a gunshot wound and was evacuated for treatment,” it added.

Army authorities reaffirmed commitment to sustaining ongoing operations to rid the country of criminals and enhance national security.