15/09/2024
NIGERIAN ARMY DISMANTLES TERRORIST STRONGHOLDS- RESCUES KIDNAPPED STUDENTS
In a series of strategic operations against terrorism and insurgency, troops of the Nigerian Army have struck a significant blow to terrorist networks, rescuing kidnapped students and seizing a large cache of weapons and am******on. Several insurgents were neutralized, and others were captured during these coordinated efforts.
On September 12, 2024, acting on credible intelligence, Nigerian Army troops in Kaduna State executed a meticulously planned operation to free abducted individuals from extremist camps. Engaging in a fierce battle in Chigbolu village, Kachia Local Government Area, the troops successfully overwhelmed the terrorists, forcing them to abandon their captives. A thorough search of the area led to the rescue of 13 individuals—6 males and 7 females—along with the recovery of one AK-47 r***e, 87 rounds of 7.63mm am******on, 4 magazines, a locally made r***e, and ₦192,220.00. Additionally, 5 solar panels, 5 mobile phones, dry rations, and clothing items were seized. The rescued victims have been taken to 1 Division Medical Services and Hospital for care.
In a separate operation, troops in Kachia Local Government Area apprehended two well-known terrorist logistics suppliers, Mallam Usman Waikili and Salisu Idris, at Kagarko village. The suspects were found in possession of ₦1,306,700.00, three SIM cards, 2 mobile phones, 3 national identity cards, 8 ATM cards, 2 Moniepoint POS machines, an MTN MiFi, and other items.
In another targeted raid in Suleja, Niger State, troops attacked a terrorist hideout, resulting in a fierce gunfight. The troops' superior firepower led to the neutralization of 3 terrorists, with 3 additional suspects—identified as Mallam Halalu, Mallam Suleiman, and Mr. Musa—captured alive. The suspects guided the troops to a concealed armory, where 3 AK-47 r***es, 121 rounds of 7.62mm special am******on, and ₦4,079,000.00 were recovered.
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