Jan. 23, 2024

Troops of the Nigerian Army, in conjunction with operatives of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and local vigilantes in the early hours of Tuesday raided terrorists’ camp and successfully rescued 4 kidnap persons and recovered arms and ammunition.

In a statement by Yahaya Ibrahim
Captain, Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations, the raid operation was conducted in the identified terrorists’ hideout at Sabon Gari Village in Shanga LGA of Kebbi state.

“During the operation, troops neutralized one of the terrorists and extricated 4 kidnap victims.

“The troops also recovered 3 AK 47 rifles, 3 Magazines, 142 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition and 2 pairs of camouflage uniforms.

“All the rescued victims who are 4 males have since been reunited with their families, while troops continued to trail the wounded and fleeing terrorists.