The Nigerian Army troops said on Sunday that its troops deployed for Counter- terrorism/Counter-insurgency operations in the North West on Saturday 13 April 2024 successfully ambushed and neutralized two terrorists transiting with arms in Kaduna.
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“The operation, which took place in Rafin Sariki Village of Giwa Local Government Area, was a prompt response to actionable intelligence on the presence of terrorists transiting with a sack containing weapons.
Major gen Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Army Public Relations said, “The troops laid in ambush for the terrorists and engaged them in a gun battle, that neutralized two of the terrorists.
“The gallant troops also recovered one AK-47 rifle, 52 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, and one locally fabricated revolver frame.
“The Nigerian Army remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of the citizenry and the nation in general.
“The NA will thus, continue to take decisive actions against terrorists activities in the region.”
