GOC Repels Ambush, Neutralises 5 Terrorists In Kebbi

A convoy carrying the General Officer Commanding 8 Division and Commander Sector 2 of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General Bemgha Koughna, successfully foiled a deadly ambush by suspected Lakurawa terrorist group members near Mayama Hill.

In a statement obtained from the Nigerian Army’s X account on Monday, the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations 8 Division, Nigerian Army / Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant Col. Olaniyi Osoba, said, “The ambush occurred as the GOC’s convoy was en route to visit frontline troops deployed in the area. Armed assailants opened heavy fire on the convoy while it navigated the forested terrain.

“Demonstrating decisive leadership and tactical coordination, Major General Koughna and his troops responded with overwhelming force, neutralising five terrorists and repelling the attack. The operation ensured the safety of the convoy and disrupted the terrorists’ plans, sending a strong deterrent message to insurgent groups in the region.”

Osoba added that following the engagement, troops conducted a thorough sweep of the area and recovered a significant cache of weapons and other items.

“Confiscated materials include one OJC gun, one PKT gun, two AK-47 rifles, four AK-47 magazines, one bandolier of PKT ammunition, several rounds of 12.7 mm ammunition, a camel bag containing ₦840,000, two mobile phones, and five motorcycles.

“Troops remain deployed in the area, maintaining vigilance to prevent further attacks. The operation highlights the commitment of the 8 Division Nigerian Army to protect civilians and eliminate terrorist threats across the North West region,” he said.

PUNCH Online had reported that troops of 1 Division, Sector 1 Operation FANSAN YAMMA, foiled a bandit attack in the Maraban Rido general area of Kaduna State, neutralising one suspected violent extremist and recovering stolen livestock.

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