Nigerian Army troops have successfully smashed terrorist strongholds in Kaduna State, rescuing 13 kidnap victims and making significant arrests.
This operation, carried out on September 12, 2024, was part of a coordinated effort to free abducted persons from violent extremist camps.
According to a statement by the Nigerian Army on its official X handle, the operation was based on reliable intelligence. The troops engaged terrorists in an intense firefight at Chigbolu Village in Kachia Local Government Area. They overpowered the terrorists, who fled, leaving behind their captives.
The statement read, “A thorough sweep of the area led to the rescue of 13 victims, comprising 6 males and 7 females, as well as the recovery of one AK-47 rifle, 87 rounds of 7.63mm ammunition, four magazines, a locally fabricated rifle and the sum of N192,220.00.” Troops also recovered five solar panels, five mobile phones, dry rations, and clothing items.
The rescued victims were promptly evacuated to the 1 Division Medical Services and Hospital for medical attention.
In another operation within Kachia Local Government Area, troops arrested two notorious terrorist logistics suppliers, Mallam Usman Waikili and Salisu Idris, at Kagarko Village. They confiscated N1,306,700.00, three SIM cards, two mobile phones, three national identity cards, eight ATM cards, two Moniepoint POS machines, an MTN MiFi, and other items from the suspects.
Additionally, in Suleja, Niger State, troops stormed a terrorist hideout, triggering a fierce gunfight. During the encounter, troops killed three terrorists and captured three others, identified as Mallam Halalu, Mallam Suleiman, and Mr. Musa. The suspects led the troops to a hidden armory where 3 AK-47 rifles, 121 rounds of 7.62mm (special) ammunition, and N4,079,000.00 were recovered.
