In a counter-terrorism operation conducted on Thursday, 13 June 2024, troops of the Nigerian Army deployed in Kaduna State have successfully neutralized 6 terrorists and recovered a substantial cache of arms. The operation, which targeted identified terrorists hideouts in the Birnin Gwari general area, is part of a special clearance mission aimed at restoring peace and security in the state.
In a statement by competent Army sources, the troops were said to have conducted a thorough clearance across Maidaro, Ngade Alha, Dogon Dawa, Damari, Saulawa, Farin Ruwa, Maganda, Sabon Layi, and Kampanin Doka villages. Troops made initial contact with the terrorists in Saulawa, where 2 terrorists were immediately neutralized. During this encounter, the troops recovered a Baofeng Radio and a motorbike,
The mission continued with further combat engagements in Farin Ruwa, where the troops neutralized additional 4 terrorists. The gallant troops also recovered a General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG), 2 AK-47 rifles, 6 AK-47 magazines, one FN rifle magazine, 22 rounds of 7.62mm (NATO) ammunition, 51 rounds of 7.62mm (special) ammunition, and another motorbike.
The successful clearance operation underscores the Nigerian Army’s commitment to eradicating terrorism and ensuring the safety and security of the citizens in Kaduna State and other trouble spots, the statement concluded.
