Nigerian Army foils Terrorist Blockade in Zamfara, Katsina

Nokai Origin, Abuja

The Nigerian Army troops have successfully dismantled road blockades erected by terrorists in Zamfara and Katsina States with the intent to kidnap passengers, while also neutralising the threat posed by the extremists.

The concerted effort, carried out in two separate operations on Monday, April 1, 2024, is part of the ongoing endeavor to suppress terrorist activities in the Northwest region, driven by the resolute dedication of the Nigerian Army.

In Zamfara State, during a proactive patrol aimed at thwarting terrorist operations, troops swiftly responded to a distress call concerning a blockade on the Anka-Bagega road.

The obstruction, orchestrated by terrorists, aimed to impede the free movement of both commuters and goods, while also serving as a sinister entrapment to abduct unsuspecting civilians.

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Exhibiting remarkable vigilance and agility, the troops swiftly mobilised to the scene and engaged the terrorists in combat. Their decisive actions forced the terrorists to abandon their nefarious plans, causing them to flee in disarray.

The Troops recovered  an AK-47 rifle, 2 AK 47 Magazines, 5 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition and one motorbike. Troops are still trailing the terrorists to deny them freedom of action in the area.

In a separate operation in Katsina state, troops cleared several insurgents’ camps within Yar’Malamai and Hamfudin general areas in Faskari Local Government Area, eliminating one of the terrorists in the aftermath of a shootout.

The troops recovered one locally fabricated gun, 2 motorcycles, 6 mobile phones and other sundry items.