Nigerian military kills 212 terrorists, apprehends 252 others – Official
The troops also recovered 223 assorted weapons and 2,756 ammunition comprising three M56 rifles, 115 AK47 rifles, three PKT gun, ...
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The troops also recovered 223 assorted weapons and 2,756 ammunition comprising three M56 rifles, 115 AK47 rifles, three PKT gun, ...
The army said the operator was part of its offensive to get rid of terrorists from the region.
Bello Turji has been blamed for masterminding deadly attacks on communities in the area for years.
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The COAS said that he would promote merit, applaud gallantry, competence, diligence, dedicated service, celebrate excellence and honour “our heroes”.
The operation was conducted as a sequel to actionable intelligence on the movement of bandits in the area.
DHQ says the troops stormed a bandits’ camp at Sanu village in Zurmi LGA of Zamfara State on July 3 ...
"The attack aircraft took turns in engaging the area, neutralising some of the bandits while few escaped with injuries."
