- Nigerian Army Neutralises Terrorist, Dismantles Camps in Zamfara
- During the engagement one suspected terrorist was neutralised
- Military sources indicated that follow-up clearance operations are ongoing to sustain pressure on armed groups in the area
Troops of the Nigerian Army, operating under 1 Brigade in collaboration with Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have carried out a successful offensive in Zamfara State, eliminating a suspected terrorist and dismantling multiple camps.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the operation, which took place in the early hours of April 27, targeted the Dan Gajeru and Kokomba areas within Tsafe Local Government Area.
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According to security sources, troops embarked on a fighting patrol around 4:00 a.m. when they encountered armed elements, leading to a gun battle.
During the engagement, one suspected terrorist was neutralised, while troops recovered items including two locally made firearms, motorcycles, mobile phones, and quantities of suspected illicit drugs.
The offensive also led to the destruction of several camps believed to be used by criminal elements as operational bases.
Military sources indicated that follow-up clearance operations are ongoing to sustain pressure on armed groups in the area and prevent them from regrouping or re-establishing hideouts.
The operation forms part of intensified efforts by security forces to restore stability and curb insecurity across affected communities in the region.
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