Nigerian soldiers and armed bandits were killed on Tuesday during fierce battles in parts of Kaduna and Niger states.
The attacks happened in Kwanar Dutse Mairiga and Boka areas in Niger, and Aungwan Turai in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
The Nigerian Army confirmed that the bandits launched a three-way assault on military forward operating bases. In response, both land and air troops fought back in several counter-attacks, killing many of the bandits.
However, the army also reported that some of its soldiers died in the clashes, while four others who were shot are now receiving medical care.
A statement posted by the Nigerian Army on Wednesday said, “On June 24, 2025, forward operating bases in the general areas of Kwanar Dutse Mairiga and Boka, Niger State, and Aungwan Turai, Chikun LGA in Kaduna State, were attacked by bandits in a three-pronged attack. In response, land and air component troops launched several counterattacks that eliminated scores of bandits in the encounters.”
The army added, “Sadly, some gallant warriors paid the supreme price in the day-long battles, while four wounded in action troops are currently receiving treatment for their gunshot wounds. Additional updates later.”
