The troops of the Nigerian army ia series of strategic operations against terrorism and insurgency, have neutralised scores of terrorists and also rescued kidnapped students.
The army in a statement issued Saturday also revealed that several other terrorists were captured during these coordinated efforts.
It said: “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.”
It added that a thorough search of the area led to the rescue of 13 individuals— six males and seven females—along with the recovery of one AK-47 rifle, 87 rounds of 7.63mm ammunition, four magazines, a locally made rifle, and ₦192,220.
Additionally, it revealed that five solar panels, five mobile phones, dry rations, and clothing items were seized.
It noted that the rescued victims have been taken to 1 Division Medical Services and Hospital for care.
It stated: “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, three SIM cards, 2two mobile phones, three national identity cards, eight ATM cards, two Moniepoint POS machines, an MTN MiFi, and other items.”
In another targeted raid in Suleja, Niger State, the troops attacked a terrorist hideout, resulting in a fierce gunfight.
It said the troops’ superior firepower led to the neutralisation of three terrorists, with three 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 rifles, 121 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, and ₦4,079,000.00 were recovered,” it said.
