By Samaila Emmanuel
In a daring operation, Nigerian Army troops have dealt a significant blow to terrorist strongholds in Kaduna State, freeing 13 kidnapped students and seizing a substantial cache of arms and ammunition. The troops also neutralized several insurgents and captured others alive.
Acting on reliable intelligence, troops launched a coordinated attack on September 12, 2024, targeting terrorist camps in Chigbolu village, Kachia Local Government Area. After an intense firefight, the terrorists fled, abandoning their captives. The troops rescued 13 victims, including 6 males and 7 females, and recovered arms, ammunition, and other items.
Troops intercepted two notorious terrorist logistics suppliers, confiscating over ₦1.3 million, SIM cards, mobile phones, and other items. Another operation in Suleja, Niger State, resulted in the neutralization of 3 terrorists and the capture of 3 others, leading to the recovery of arms, ammunition, and over ₦4 million
In a separate operation, troops intercepted two notorious terrorist logistics suppliers, confiscating over ₦1.3 million, SIM cards, mobile phones, and other items. Another operation in Suleja, Niger State, resulted in the neutralization of 3 terrorists and the capture of 3 others, leading to the recovery of arms, ammunition, and over ₦4 million.
These decisive operations mark a significant victory in the fight against banditry and terrorism, demonstrating the Nigerian Army’s unwavering resolve to restore peace and security nationwide. The Chief of Army Staff has commended the troops and urged them to sustain the tempo of the offensives.