Wave of Terror Strikes Northern Nigeria: Gunmen kill 14, Kidnap 60 In Attacks

In a series of tragic events in northern Nigeria, gunmen carried out attacks that resulted in the loss of 14 lives and the abduction of around 60 individuals. On Sunday, in Zamfara state, northwest Nigeria, eight people lost their lives in two separate communities. This distressing incident occurred just days after armed individuals abducted numerous individuals from a local university in the same state.

In another disturbing incident, suspected Islamist insurgents ambushed a convoy of vehicles under military escort in the northeast region of the country. This attack led to the tragic deaths of two soldiers and four civilians. The attackers also set fire to five vehicles and made off with one truck.

President Bola Tinubu has yet to outline a comprehensive strategy to address the pervasive insecurity plaguing the nation. Meanwhile, his economic reforms, which included the removal of a costly fuel subsidy and the freeing of the naira currency, have resulted in a higher cost of living, causing frustration among citizens.

Residents reported that on Sunday morning, gunmen attempted to attack an army base in the rural Magami community of Zamfara but were repelled. Zamfara has been severely affected by the disturbing trend of kidnappings for ransom by armed groups referred to locally as “bandits.”

The attackers, organized into three groups, targeted both the army base and the communities of Magami and Kabasa. Their assault involved motorcycles, firearms, and other weapons, with indiscriminate gunfire causing chaos and fear. Tragically, the majority of the victims were women and children.

During the attacks, at least four people lost their lives, and numerous others were kidnapped, according to witnesses and residents. Regrettably, both the police and the army have not provided official statements or responses to these distressing incidents.

These attacks in the northwest region are emblematic of the prevailing insecurity issues in Nigeria. In addition to such incidents, Islamist insurgents continue to carry out deadly attacks in the northeast, while gangs and separatist groups target security forces and government installations in the southeast. Tragic clashes between farmers and herders persist, claiming additional lives and exacerbating the nation’s security challenges.

Bandits Arrested With Rocket Launcher In Yobe

The Yobe State Police Command said it has arrested a bandit in possession of a rocket launcher.

The spokesman of the command, DSP Dungus Abdulkarim, who disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen, said the suspect was arrested by men of the Karasuwa Division.

The statement reads in part: “The 35-year-old suspect, Hassan Abubakar, of Danbaza, Zamfara State, later implicated one Abubakar Shehu, aka Kurma, aged 32, of Bare-Bari Maradun.

“The first suspect was arrested driving a Toyota Hiace in Karasuwa based on a tip-off while on a mission to collect an RPMG. He was intercepted after collecting the gun.

“The suspects and their accomplices operate in conveying firearms to bandits across the Northern states of Zamfara, Kano, Niger, Kaduna and Yobe.”

He added that, “The first suspect confessed that the second suspect was the courier to bandits in Zamfara and was trailed and arrested by detectives in Maradun LGA. An investigation is ongoing with the cooperation of the suspects.”

SOURCE: DailyTrust

One Dies, Pastor ‘Badly Injured’ As Herders Attack Farmers in Nasarawa State

An argument between locals and herders has reportedly claimed the life of one person while a pastor in charge of a Baptist Church has been badly injured in Nasarawa state.

An investigation by our correspondent shows that the unfortunate incident occurred on Monday morning at Boher village, under the Ningo/Boher electoral ward of Akwanga Local Government Area of the state.

The account of an eyewitness revealed that the incident was due to an argument over the herders passing through the Ningo community square with their cows and the youths accosted them. Due to that, a fight ensued between the locals and herders.

A source who pleaded anonymity told our correspondent, “The herders were coming from Keffi axis and passing through Boher village square, then some youths asked them why they passed through the village square. Three herders told them they weren’t grazing but just passing by.

“When the argument went hotter, two of the herders left with their cows, and one of them who stayed behind was involved in a very fierce argument with the youths. The reverend in charge of the Baptist Church Boher tried to intervene but suddenly, the herder brought out a sword and inflicted a deep cut on the reverend’s head.

“So when the reverend fell faced down with blood gushing out, the youths shouted thinking he was dead and more villagers especially youths ran out in their number and pounced on the herder with machete and killed him instantly,” the source stated.

It was gathered that one of the youths of Boher village, shortly before the crisis, on request offered one of the three herders some drinking water and they exchanged pleasantries, but then the unfortunate incident later happened.

Youth leader of the Ningo/Boher electoral ward, Steven Bello, who confirmed the development, expressed regret about the incident, as he called on both his people and herders, not to take laws into their hands.

Bello, who appealed for calm, appreciated the traditional ruler of Mada nation, Samson Gamu Yare; the Security operatives and the chairman of Akwanga Local Government Area for their swift response to nip the situation in the bud.

Daily Trust Sunday reports that at the time of filling this report, the reverend is still receiving treatment in an undisclosed hospital, while the dead herder was buried according to Islamic rites at the Muslim cemetery in Akwanga, in the presence of his relatives.

When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer, Nasarawa state command DSP Nansel Ramhan, told our correspondent that he was in a workshop, saying “I have not been briefed. So, I can’t comment on it for now”.

SOURCE: DailyTrust

CAN Expresses Concern Over Insecurity In Taraba

Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Taraba State chapter, has expressed worry over the deteriorating security situation in the state.

Citing the past few days that kidnappers have been having filled day in Jalingo and other parts of the state, the association urged the state government to immediately set proactive measures in motion to address the issue before it escalates.

The Chairman, Dr Isaiah Magaji, in a statement, yesterday, lamented: “In the past few days, Jalingo and some communities across the state have witnessed worrisome kidnapping activities, which led to loss of innocent lives, while families are forced to pay huge amounts as ransom.

“Those, who could not raise ransom, are still in the den of the kidnappers, facing ill-treatment. Activities of kidnappers and armed bandits in the state have brought untold hardship and tears to some poor families in the face of the already tough economic situation.”

The Guardian gathered that kidnapping and other social ills are on the increase in Jalingo, Bali, TakumUssa and other local councils.

To curb the situation, CAN charged monarchs across the state to put in place mechanisms to checkmate the influx of persons into their communities.

It stressed the need for monarchs to liaise with relevant security agencies to fish out those making life cumbersome for the people in their communities.

“Peaceful coexistence should be our collective responsibility. Everyone should prioritise their security and should not condone undesirable elements in their neighbourhood.

“These evil people are not ghosts; they are humans and live among us. If you suspect something, speak out and expose it before it becomes too late,” CAN added.

Passionately calling on all, irrespective of religious belief, to help the authorities in exposing those with bad intentions for the state, the association noted that harbouring criminals would do the communities, state, and country no good.

SOURCE: The Guardian

Insecurity: Peace Advocacy Groups Hail Operation Safe Haven’s Achievements In Plateau, Kaduna

Several peace advocacy groups in the country have commended the military special task force, Operation Safe Haven (OPSH), for its breakthrough in peace-building efforts in Plateau and Kaduna states.

They expressed happiness that peace and harmony, which had eluded the two neighbouring states due to the desperate acts of some adversaries, have finally been restored.

The groups identified the deployment of both kinetic and non-kinetic approaches towards achieving the aims and objectives of OPSH, led by its Commander and General Officer Commanding, the 3 Division of the Nigerian Army, Jos, Major Gen. AE Abubarker, as the major strategy that resulted in the accomplishments.

Releasing their assessment of progress in the peace efforts, the three groups, operating as the Conference of Plateau Peace Builders Network (CPPBN), Global Peace and Life Rescue Initiative (GOPRI), and Conference of Southern Kaduna Peace Ambassadors (CSKPA), issued a joint statement on Saturday.

They insisted they were very pleased with the progress made on security under the leadership of Major Gen. Abubarker.

The statement was signed by CPPBN’s National President, Dr. Dung Bot, the Executive Director of GOPRI, Amb. Melvin Ejeh, and the National Coordinator of CSKPA, Dr. Mathew Kure, respectively.

They called on all citizens of Plateau and Kaduna states to encourage and continue to support OPSH in delivering on its mandate and thanked the Commander for his steadfastness, patriotism, and successes achieved so far.

The groups commended the efforts of OPSH through Operation Hakorin Damisa IV for restoring peace, particularly to Mangu, Barkin Ladi, and Bokkos local government areas of Plateau State.

They also praised the subsequent relocation of most of the internally displaced persons (IDPs) to their ancestral homes, describing the achievement as the fulfilment of the greatest wish of the residents.

“Having assessed the situation in Plateau and Kaduna states as peace advocacy groups, we wish to submit our findings encapsulated in this joint statement that Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) has made a significant breakthrough in peace-building efforts in the above-mentioned states.

“It is heartwarming that the leadership of OPSH has finally brought sanity by freeing Plateau and Kaduna states of the nation’s adversaries, who had previously killed and maimed innocent residents unprovoked, besides the destruction of property worth several billions of naira.

“It gladdens our hearts to say that we discovered during our independent assessment that many of our brothers and sisters who were displaced from their ancestral homes, seeking refuge in internally displaced persons (IDPs) camps in Mangu local government as a result of these unwarranted attacks, have since been relocated to their ancestral homes.

“These remarkable feats, the first of their kind since the crises of different dimensions engulfed Plateau and Kaduna states, were made possible through the relentless efforts of OPSH and its Commander,” the groups said.

The peace-building groups, going further, said they were particularly happy over the recent success recorded by OPSH in neutralizing several bandits and further arresting more than 43 other criminals who committed murder, kidnapping, armed robbery, and cattle rustling in some communities in Plateau states and other areas under its responsibility.

“We also wish to commend the patriotic efforts of the GOC 3 Division, Commander Operation Safe Haven, and his gallant men. For some major milestones in Southern Kaduna, we are particularly happy for the prompt arrest of the principal suspects who burned and killed a seminarian in Fadan Kamatan Parish Church of the Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan, sometime in September. This is another breakthrough we are proud of.

“The arrest of a major gun runner in Kafanchan, Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State, and the recovery of over 26 assorted weapons used to terrorise people and cause unrest in the general area were highly commendable.

“Also, the prompt arrest of the two killers of Mrs. Dorathy Jonathan of Afana village in southern Kaduna, sometime in early September, and neutralising more than 11 bandits in the same general area of southern Kaduna is a source of great joy to us as peace workers.

“We also wish to further applaud the Commander of Operation Safe Haven and his men for also complementing the role of NDLEA in fighting drug cartels in Southern Kaduna and Plateau State, which is now a great sign of relief to residents and parents,” the statement read.

While noting that these achievements were not recorded without the support of the people of both states, the groups appealed to the public to continue to assist troops with useful information as they work continuously to eliminate all criminal elements operating within their joint operations area.

Reaffirming their support for the task force, the groups reiterated the need for the people of the affected states to continue supporting the task force in their quest to secure the areas.

They expressed confidence in the GOC and the OPSH Commander, saying that with support from citizens, he would establish lasting peace in the two states.

“We urge the good people of Kaduna and Plateau states to continue supporting the OPSH under the indefatigable commander, Major General AE Abubarker, to enable them to deliver effectively on their assignment.”

SOURCE: Tribune

Security Operatives Kill 21 Bandits In Kebbi

No fewer than 21 persons suspected to be bandits have been killed by security operatives in collaboration with vigilante groups in Danko Wasagu local government area of Kebbi State.

The council chairman, Hussani Aliyu-Bena, said Danko Wasagu bandits were infiltrating the area from the border with Mariga local government area of Niger State.

He said residents in collaboration with vigilantes killed 17 suspected bandits and recovered arms and motorcycles, while two residents were killed.

Aliyu-Bena added that the bandits moved to Tangaran village and abducted nine farmers from their farmlands but all of them were later rescued by security operatives, vigilantes and residents in Lugga village under Ayu district.

The chairman said a careful watch on the movement of the bandits also resulted in another encounter at Bakin Gulbi village where the combined team killed four bandits, recovered weapons and rescued three kidnapped persons, assuring that the bandits’ movement was being monitored for further action.

He said in line with the directive of the state governor, Nasir Idris, “We have visited Kanya district where all the displaced persons from the surrounding villages converged and we commiserated with the people and presented relief assistance to them.’’

Commending the efforts of security operatives, vigilantes and locals, Aliyu-Bena appealed to people of the area for more support and cooperation by providing credible information to effectively flush the criminals out of the area.

The chairman pleaded for more deployment of military personnel at Malekachi village which is a transit route for the bandits as well as Dankade village. He said the council had communicated with the commissioner for humanitarian affairs on how the ministry would assist victims with palliatives to cushion their hardship.

Source: Leadership

Insecurity: “Do Not Travel To Borno, Enugu, Others”, US Caution Citizens as Nigeria Faces Security Challenges

The United States Department of State has issued a travel advisory cautioning American citizens against visiting Nigeria due to significant security concerns. The advisory emphasizes the heightened risks associated with various threats, including crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and the presence of armed gangs in multiple regions of the country.

Specifically, the advisory highlights areas of increased risk:

Borno, Yobe, Kogi, and northern Adamawa states are singled out for concerns related to terrorism and kidnapping.

Bauchi, Gombe, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Sokoto, and Zamfara states are noted for the risk of kidnapping.

Abia, Anambra, Bayelsa, Delta, Enugu, Imo, and Rivers states (excluding Port Harcourt) are identified for issues related to crime, kidnapping, and the presence of armed gangs.

The advisory also notes the prevalence of violent crimes such as armed robbery, assault, carjacking, kidnapping, hostage-taking, roadside banditry, and rape throughout Nigeria. Kidnappings for ransom are common, often targeting dual-national citizens and perceived affluent U.S. citizens visiting the country.

Terrorist activities remain a persistent threat, with attacks targeting locations where crowds gather, including shopping centers, malls, markets, hotels, places of worship, restaurants, bars, schools, government installations, and transportation hubs. There is also a concern that terrorist groups may collaborate with local gangs to expand their influence.

Furthermore, parts of Southern Nigeria, particularly in the Niger Delta and Southeast regions, experience civil unrest and the presence of armed gangs. Armed criminal activities, including kidnapping and assaults on Nigerian security forces, are prevalent in these areas. Tensions between farming and herding communities in rural regions can also escalate into violence.

It’s important to note that the U.S. government’s ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Nigeria is limited in many areas due to security conditions.

For those who still choose to travel to Nigeria, the advisory recommends several precautions, including carrying proper identification, staying vigilant, monitoring local media for updates, and being prepared to adjust plans. Additionally, it advises against participating in demonstrations and large political gatherings for safety reasons.

Plateau Crisis: Some Politicians Have Questions To Answer, Says Mutfwang

Governor of Plateau state, Caleb Mutfwang, believes some politicians in the state need to be questioned over the recurring crisis in the State.

“Unfortunately, there have been links that suggest that some of our politicians would have questions to answer about some of these insurgencies because they have been generously linked with some of the perpetrators of the crisis.

“The purveyors of these insurgencies continue to make such statements – unguarded statements that incite these criminalities and begin to make our people distrust themselves,” Mutfwang said on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday.

The governor stated that the state government has learned that external forces are attempting to undermine the stability of the state.

Despite the escalating insurgencies, Mutfwang said that his government has been able to tackle the problem of insecurity head-on.

“We have been able to deploy all kinetic and non-kinetic solutions to the security challenge. What we have discovered is that while there are external forces that are bent on destabilizing the Plateau. We also need to do a lot to reassure the citizenry that we are going to be a government of equity, and justice that believes in inclusivity. These are the things that we have tried to deploy.

He pointed out that there has been continued intra- and intercommunity cooperation in terms of vigilance, promising that if the state keeps moving in this direction, Plateau would once again serve as a haven for peace and tourism.

“Let me say it emphatically for the whole world to hear and know that there is no ethnic nationality on the plateau fighting another ethnic nationality.

“What we have had is shared criminality, what we have had is genocide, and what we have had are external elements brought in to be able to unleash terror on our people.

The perpetrators, in the governor’s opinion, are those who occasionally exploit tribal and religious issues to gain political traction because they are aware of the decline in their fortunes.

“Majorly, what we are dealing with is criminality and I am sure the federal security agencies are also looking at this clearly.

“These are elements we describe as miscreants and people who lack honour. We will continue to go after them, we will track and make sure that they do not become a nuisance to our people,” he said.

In a statewide broadcast earlier in August, Mutfwang had similarly described perpetrators of crisis as miscreants mistaken for honourable.

SOURCE: NAN

Troops Kill 52 Terrorists, Arrest Seven Suspected Oil Thieves, Others

Troops on the frontline have eliminated 52 terrorists and rescued 61 kidnapped victims. The troops also arrested 53 criminals, and seven suspected oil thieves, amongst others.

A total of seven terrorists comprising five men, one woman have also surrendered to troops. This disclosure was made by spokesman of Defence Media Operations (DMO), Major General Edward Buba. Buba was speaking on ongoing military operations by the Armed Forces of Nigeria as at September 22, 2023.

According to him, “The mission of the military against terrorists and other violent extremist groups in the country remains unchanged. The armed forces will continue with aggressive operations to force these groups to submission.

“Accordingly, troops of Operation HADIN KAI in the North East were engaged in ambushes, raids, rescue operations, fighting patrols, attacks as well as cordon and search activities. These operations resulted in neutralised terrorist, rescued hostages, surrender of terrorist combatants as well as recovery of arms and ammunition.

“The operational activities of troops of Joint Task Force Operation HADARIN DAJI in the North Central ranged from rescue of kidnap victims within Tsafe local council of Zamfara to artillery missions on terrorist massing up in the forest.

“Others include the arrest of terrorist collaborators and the conduct of offensive activities to disrupt terrorist freedom of action.”

“The operational activities of troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN during the period range from conduct of raids and arrest of terrorists at Afana village in Zangon Kataf of local council of Kaduna State. Troops also arrested cattle rustlers in Dogo Nahawa Bush Jos South, Bokkos and Mangu councils of Plateau State. Troops recovered weapons at Kulben village in Mangu local council of Plateau State.

“During the period under review, troops of Operation WIRL STROKE conducted 22 operations; 13 fighting patrols, 6 confidence building patrols and one raid operation in Mbaayande, Mbamazu and Mbaagudu villages of Konshiga council of Benue State. Similarly, fighting patrol was conducted in Logo council while some arrests were made around Okpokwu council of Benue State.

“Troops of Joint Task Force Operations UDOKA and Operation SEARCH AND FLUSH in the South East region sustained momentum in the fight against insecurity the region. Troops responded to distress calls, responded to foil kidnappers’ activities in Okigwe local council of Imo State, conducted fighting patrol to Isu Onichain Onicha local council of Ebonyi State and apprehended five suspected IPOB/ESN terrorists in Ikwo and Ihiala local councils of Ebonyi and Anambra States respectively.

“Troops of Operation UDO KA also conducted raid operations on IPOB/ESN camps in Ohafia local councils of Abia State. The operation led to the recovery of one improvised 16 MBRL gun mounted on a vehicle with other arms and ammunition. Sadly, a joint patrol team of operation SEARCH AND FLUSH (SAR) suffered a setback when responding to a distress call in Ehime Mbano LGA of Imo State.

“They were ambushed by members of the Proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliated Eastern Security Network (ESN). Meanwhile, troops operations led to rescue of kidnapped hostages and others.

“Overall, as at September 22, 2023, the armed forces neutralised 52 terrorists and arrested the following: 53 criminals, 7 suspected oil thefts while rescuing 61 kidnapped hostages. Additionally, a total of 7 terrorists comprising of 5 adult males, 1 adult female surrendered to troops.

“Troops of Operation DELTA SAFE denied oil theft of an estimated sum of N946,387,570.00 being value of seizures. The operations in South-South resulted in the recovery of the following; 496,250 litres of stolen crude oil, 83,400 litres of illegally refined AGO, 1,200 litres of PMS, 4 pumping machines, 5 Speed Boats, 34 dugout pits, 57 storage tanks, 16 wooden boats, 85 ovens and 3 outboard engines.

“Troops recovered a total number of 77 weapons and 658 assorted kinds of ammunition. The breakdown as follows; 53 AK47 rifle, 2 AK47 rifles loaded with 8 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 18 locally fabricated rifles, 1 beretta pistol, 3 pump action guns, 650 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 50 AK47 magazines, 2 rounds of 9mm ammo, 6 rounds of 7.62 NATO, 5 fragmentation jackets.

“Furthermore, troops recovered 15 vehicles, 12 motorcycles, 12 Bicycles, 5 mobile phones, 12 cutlasses, 2 generator sets, 2 gas Cylinders, 133 livestocks and a sum of N602,000 and Airtel airtime worth N8,000.

“The military will, through its operations continue to make improvements towards ensuring safety of citizens and restoring security across the country. Citizens are encouraged to “know something, say something and let the military do something about it.”

SOURCE: The Guardian

Troops Burst Gun Factory in Kaduna State, Recover Weapons, Combat Gears

Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) on Operation Hakorin Damisa IV, yesterday uncovered a large gun factory in Kafanchan, Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State and arrested a wanted gunrunner.The Nigerian Army, in a statement yesterday, said the discovery of the factory followed a week-long intelligence operation that finally led to the capture of a gunrunner identified as Napoleon John.

This came as Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said yesterday, that troops killed 52 terrorists and arrested 53 criminal suspects, seven suspected oil thieves, adding that 61 hostages were rescued.The army’s statement said the suspect, who confessed to the crime, led troops to the concealed factory where arms of different calibre were sold by another miscreant identified as Monday Dunia.

“In line with the Commander Operation Safe Heaven (OPSH) and General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Armoured Division, Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar’s resolve to deal decisively with sponsors and perpetrators of crime, as well as mopping up illegal weapons in OPSH Joint Operations Area, troops have uncovered a gun manufacturing factory in Kafanchan, Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State.“The discovery followed a week-long intelligence operation that finally led to the capture of a wanted gunrunner, Napoleon John, who has been on the wanted list of OPSH.

“The suspect, who confessed to the crime led troops to a concealed factory where arms of different calibre were sold by another miscreant identified as Monday Dunia, who confessed to have been in the business for more than five years fueling the crisis in Kaduna and neighbouring Plateau States,” it said.“A thorough search of the factory led to the recovery of 22 different weapons to include seven pistols, two locally fabricated AK 47 rifles, two military grade AK 47 rifles and 9 revolvers.

“Others include, one submachine gun, rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, machine tools and a gas cylinder. In a follow-up operation by midnight of yesterday uptill early hours of today, 22 September 2023, troops raided another hideout in Adua 1 village in Kafanchan and captured additional 2 x AK-47 Rifles, 2 x revolver rifles, live rounds of 9mm and 7.62 ammunitions, 6 x dangerous daggers, one x hacker axe, several empty cases of 7.62mm special rounds.“Others are, two mobile phones, one fragmental jacket, two police uniforms, one military camouflage trousers, one ammunition magazine carrier, one pistol holster, one military grade camel pouch, one police combat helmet, two masks, four identity cards, gunpowder, shrapnels, charms and amulets.

“Also recovered were machine tools and other equipment. The major kingpin (name withheld) is still on the run but would soon be apprehended,” it said.The statement said the GOC/Commander OPSH commended troops for their doggedness and resilience, and vowed to ensure all fleeing syndicate members were arrested and made to face the full wrath of the law. He warned sponsors and perpetrators of criminalities to immediately abandon their evil ways and embrace lawful means of livelihood

“General Abubakar also thanked the general public for their unwavering support in the fight against criminality and urged them not to relent in furnishing the troops with actionable information.“He further assured to treat information provided with utmost secrecy and confidentiality“Recall that the GOC/Commander OPSH issued a stern warning to criminals during a stakeholders’ engagement with traditional and religious leaders on 10 September 2023 held at Zangon Kataf,” it said.

Meanwhile, a statement issued by the Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj Gen Edward Buba, said seven terrorists also surrendered to troops.“Overall, as at 22 September 2023, the armed forces neutralised 52 terrorists and arrested the following: 53 criminals, seven suspected oil thieves, while rescuing 61 kidnapped hostages. “Additionally, a total of seven terrorists comprising five adult males, one adult female surrendered to troops,” he said.

The statement affirmed that the operational activities of troops of Joint Task Force Operation Hadarin Daji ranged from rescue of kidnap victims within Tsafe LGA of Zamfara to artillery missions on terrorist massing up intended on attacking troops deployment.Others include the arrest of terrorists, collaborators and the conduct of offensive activities to disrupt terrorist freedom of action.It stated that on September 11, 2023, troops, while on offensive patrols around Koli, a terrorist hide out in Faskari LGA of Katsina State, troops raided and rescued two kidnapped victims.

Preliminary investigation revealed that the victims were kidnapped on September 5, 2023 along Angwan Boka – Yankara road in Faskari LGA on their way to Zamfara State.It said rescued victims were handed over to Alikere village Head for further action.Also, troops in Tsafe LGA of Zamfara State rescued three kidnapped victims that had escaped from the terrorist enclave.The terrorists had kidnapped them on their farms on September 9, 2023. The victims were handed over to the District Head of Kwanarganuwa to be reunited with their families.

SOURCE: ThisDayLive