Troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralized two terrorists and recovered dangerous weapons during a successful operation in Kaduna State. Acting on credible intelligence, the troops laid an ambush along the Birnin Gwari-Manini axis, intercepting the terrorists’ movements.
According to a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, the Army revealed that the ambush triggered a fierce gun battle between the soldiers and the terrorists. The Nigerian Army highlighted its continued efforts to dismantle terrorist networks and maintain security across various regions.
The Army’s post read: “The Nigerian Army continues to demonstrate its resolve in dismantling terrorist networks across various theatres of operations, delivering heavy blows to the fleeing villains. In the latest encounter, troops successfully expunged and destabilized terrorists attempting to escape military action, aborting their mission and putting them on the run.”
During the clash, two terrorists were killed, and the soldiers recovered a cache of weapons and equipment, including two AK-47 rifles, three rifle magazines, one Baofeng radio, and three motorcycles used by the assailants. The operation took place at Kwaga village in the Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
The Army assured the public of its unwavering commitment to eliminating terrorism in the country and ensuring the safety of all Nigerians. “Troops are still on the trail of the wounded terrorists,” the statement added.
The Nigerian Army remains focused on ensuring national security and disrupting any terrorist activities aimed at destabilizing the region.
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