Troops neutralize several terrorists in Sokoto, recover arms, ammunition
By Matthew Atungwu
Troops of the Nigerian Army have killed several terrorists and recovered firearms during an offensive operation in Sokoto State.
Also, some terrorists escaped with injuries after a gun duel that ensued during the operation.
According to a statement on Tuesday by the Director of Army Public Relations, Brig. Onyema Nwachukwu, arms were recovered from the operation.
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The statement read, “In a discreet operation against marauding terrorists in Sokoto State, troops of 8 Division Garrison today Tuesday, October 24, 2023, launched a carefully planned offensive operation into Tukandu Village, targeting a notorious group of terrorists, responsible for various atrocious and heinous activities in the general area.
“The troops’ fierce onslaught terminated many of the terrorists, while others fled with gunshot wounds. In the following mop-up operations, troops recovered three AK-47 Rifles, one PKT Gun, 125 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammunition, 2 Rocket propelled Gun Bombs, and 9 motorcycles. ”
He said the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja lauded the troops, charging them to remain resolute and continue to escalate their operations against the terrorists.