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  • Troops kill 2 Boko Haram commanders, reclaim communities in Borno

    The Nigeria Army on Sunday said its troops had killed two Boko Haram commanders and reclaimed some communities in the ongoing clearance operations in Borno.

    The army in its Twitter handles said that the commanders identified as Abu Rajal and Tuja Sa’inna Banki, were killed in the operation.

    “Recall that troops of 25 Task Force Brigade, Chibok and 28 Task Force Brigade, Damboa, embarked on Joint Clearance Operations from Gumsuri to Gambori in Borno on Nov. 9, 2018; they successfully cleared and liberated some villages.

    “Reports just reaching Nigerian Army Headquarters, confirmed that two high profile Boko Haram terrorists’ commanders named Abu Rajal and Tuja Sa’inna Banki were killed during the clearance operations,” it twitted.

    “The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, commended the gallant troops and urged them to carry out further incursions and clearance operations to ensure that the remnants of the insurgents were completely wiped out.”

     

  • Troops neutralize Boko Haram insurgents, recover four AK 47 rifles

    The Army has neutralized five terrorists and recovered four AK 47 rifles at Gara village in Borno North.
    A statement issued by Brig.-Gen Texas Chukwu, the army spokesman on Saturday in Abuja, said other items recovered from the insurgents were five magazines, 55 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and eight rounds of 5.56mm NATO ammunition.
    Also recovered from them, Chukwu said were eleven handsets assorted drugs, cooking utensils, some quantity of provisions and six horses.

  • Several dead, others injured as troops battle militia in Benue

    Troops of the Nigerian Army attached to the Operation Whirl Stroke have engaged militiamen in a camp discovered in the Akor community in the Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, killing scores of the armed men.

    The troops, on Saturday while on a clearance operation along Gbajimba to Akor area, found the men armed with AK-47 rifles with large herds of cattle.

    A gun battle was said to have ensued, during which the troops dislodged the armed men from their camp.

    The army said the troops killed an “unspecified number of the militiamen while others escaped into nearby bushes with gunshot injuries.”

    The weapons recovered from the militia group were one AK-47 rifle, two AK-47 rifle magazines, 60 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and five motorcycles.

    The Director, Army Public Relations, Brig. Gen. Texas Chukwu, who confirmed the incident, said efforts were on to get other fleeing members of the militia group.

    Chukwu said, “Troops deployed in Operation Whirl Stroke in the Guma LGA encountered militiamen with large herds of cattle.

    “The troops dislodged the militiamen from their camp following superior firepower. Unspecified numbers of the men were killed by the troops. Efforts are on to get other fleeing members of the militia.”

    Meanwhile, troops of the 222 Battalion deployed in Operation Lafiya Dole on Friday, while on an ambush operation around Malari village in Borno State, killed two Boko Haram terrorists.

    Other terrorists reportedly fled into the bush with gunshot injuries.

    The army spokesman, Chukwu, said 10 bicycles were recovered from the terrorists during the encounter.

    Also, troops of the Nigerian Army attached to the Operation Lafiya Dole have arrested a Boko Haram terrorist on the wanted list, Maje Lawan, in the Banki Local Government Area of Borno State.

    The suspect, who is number 96 on the wanted list published by the army, was apprehended after he sneaked into an Internally Displaced Persons’ camp in the Banki area.

    The army had in October 2015 released the names of 100 wanted Boko Haram terrorists to the public, saying the public should assist the troops with information to enable their arrest.

    In November 2016, the army released the photographs of another batch of 55 wanted Boko Haram terrorists.

    Most of the terrorists have yet to be arrested.

    Chukwu said, “Troops on Saturday arrested Lawan at Banki. The suspect is believed to be number 96 on the wanted list. He is currently undergoing preliminary investigation and will be handed over to the appropriate authorities for further action.

    “The public are reminded to be vigilant and to report any suspicious person, movements and activities for prompt action.”

  • How troops neutralised 20 bandits in Zamfara – Buhari’s aide

    President Muhammadu Buhari’s Personal Assistant, Bashir Ahmad, has explained how troops of the Nigerian military were able to neutralise 20 bandits in Zamfara.

    TheNewsGuru reports the Nigerian military conducting Operation Sharan Daji to flush out bandits in Zamfara, on Saturday neutralised 20 bandits and freed their captives.

    “During the recent clearance operation along Mashema, Kwadi, Kalage, Gambiru and Kagara axis in Maradun, Tsafe and Zurmi LGAs of Zamfara State, heavy fight ensued between troops and bandits, Nigerian troops captured top bandits, destroyed their camps and freed captives,” Bashir stated.

    According to Force Information Officer of the operation, Col. Muhammad Dole, the encounter at DABAN-DOKA village near Dansadau, troops laid ambush along bandits’ identified routes where 20 bandits were neutralised.

    “Some bandits escaped with gunshot wounds and several motorcycles were burnt. In one of the troops’ encounter with the bandits, 2 notorious bandits, Bello Danboko and Sani Maza, were eliminated in Yanwari ward near Yankuzo and Mai Tukunya village near Dansadau all in Zamfara,” Muhammad said.

    According to him, during the clearance operation, heavy fight ensued between troops and bandits, and that due to overwhelming military fire power, a reasonable number of bandits were neutralised and their camps were set ablaze.

    This successful feat has created relative peace and spurred massive returns of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) to their villages in Zurmi Local Govt Area, according to the military.

    Muhammad said the troops had begun aggressive day and night fighting patrols around Kyaranke and Giwabawa villages in Kanoma District of Maru area, following a tip-off on imposition of one million Naira levy each on the 2 villages.

    “Another tip-off led to the rescue and recovery of kidnapped victims and the sum of N500,000 ransom from kidnappers in Subulu forest,” he said.

    He also said the troops in their recent exploits, apprehended 2 notorious bandits, known for terrorising Maradun town and its environs.

    He identified the alleged abandits as Muhammad Aminu and another one popularly called Yellow at Tashan Udda in Maradun. They are undergoing interrogation.

    He said some weapons, ammunitions, motorcycles, phones and large herds of cows were recovered.

    He said the Force Commander, Maj-Gen. Mohammed Mohammed, “wishes to assure the law abiding citizens that the troops are poised to ensure quick restoration of peace and safety in all the vulnerable areas in Kaduna and Zamfara States”.

    Muhammad urged the populace to continue to give credible information for the success of the operation.

    The commander said recent successes recorded were due to collaborative efforts between the troops and the communities.

     

  • Breaking: Troops encounter, kill unspecified number of armed herdsmen in Benue

    Breaking: Troops encounter, kill unspecified number of armed herdsmen in Benue

    Troops deployed in operation Whirl Stroke along Gbajimba-Akor axis in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State encountered and killed unspecified number of armed herdsmen on Saturday.

    TheNewsGuru reports Director of Army Public Relations, Texas Chukwum revealed this Sunday morning saying the troops dislodged the armed herdsmen from their camp following a superior fire power.

    According to the Army Public Relations Director, the unspecified number of the armed militia men have been suspected to be killed while others escaped into nearby bushes with gunshot wounds.

    The Army said efforts are on to get other fleeing members of the armed militia men by the troops.

    “Troops deployed in operation WHIRL STROKE on 4 August 2018 while on clearance operation along Gbajimba – Akor axis in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State encountered armed militia men with large herds of cattle.

    “The troops dislodged the armed militia men from their camp following a superior fire power. Unspecified number of the armed militia men have been suspected to be killed by the troops while others escaped into nearby bushes with gun shot wounds,” Texas revealed.

    Items recovered include one AK 47 rifle, two AK 47 rifle magazines, 60 rounds of 7.62 mm special ammunition and five motorcycles.

    “Members of the public are advised to report any suspicious movements or activities in their area to the law enforcement agents for prompt action,” Texas said.

     

  • Breaking: Troops arrest Number 96

    Breaking: Troops arrest Number 96

    Troops of operation Lafiya Dole have arrested suspect Maje Lawan, believed to be number 96 on the Boko Haram wanted list.

    TheNewsGuru reports Director of Army Public Relations, Texas Chukwu in Abuja made this known on Saturday.

    He said the suspect was apprehended and arrested at Banki in Borno State.

    “The suspect believed to be number 96 on the wanted list earlier published by the Army was apprehended after he infiltrated into the Internally Displaced Persons camp in the area.

    “The suspect is currently undergoing preliminary investigation and will be handed over to the appropriate authority for further action.

    “The public is reminded to be vigilance and to report any suspicious person, movements as well as activities to the law enforcement agents for prompt action,” the military spokesman stated.

     

  • Troops kill 20 bandits, set captives free in Zamfara

    The Nigerian military conducting Operation Sharan Daji to flush out bandits in Zamfara, on Saturday said it had neutralised 20 bandits and freed their captives in Zamfara.

    The Force Information Officer of the operation, Col. Muhammad Dole, disclosed this in a statement in Kaduna.

    “In continuation of the ongoing Operation SHARAN DAJI, the troops conducted several raids and ambush operations in major identified camps and routes in Maradun, Tsafe and Zurmi Local Government Areas of Zamfara State.”

    He said during the encounter at DABAN- DOKA village near Dansadau, troops laid an ambush for bandits’ identified routes where 20 bandits were neutralised.

    “Some bandits escaped with gunshot wounds and several motorcycles were burnt.

    “In one of the troops encounter with the bandits, two notorious bandits, Bello Danboko and Sani Maza, were eliminated in Yanwari ward near Yankuzo and Mai Tukunya villages near Dansadau all in Zamfara.”

    According to him, during recent clearance operation along Mashema, Kwadi, kalage, Gambiru and Kagara axis, heavy fight ensued between troops and bandits.

    However, due to the overwhelming military firepower, a reasonable number of the bandits were neutralised and their camps were set ablaze.

    This successful feat has created relative peace and spurred massive returns of Internally Displaced Persons to their villages in Zurmi Local Govt Area.

  • Troops arrest 5 suspected armed robbers, neutralise one

    Nigerian soldiers have arrested five robbery suspects at Felele, along Lokoja – Okene highway.

    According to a statement by Brig.-Gen Texas Chukwu, the army spokesman, the suspects were caught wearing military camouflage and robbing innocent commuters.

    Chukwu said three of them – Saviour Denis, 39 years, Isaac Donald, 35 years and Joseph Isah, 35 years were arrested while one Atsen was killed during an exchange of fire with the troops.

    He said two female accomplices, Janet Isah and Oyinoye Ochefije were also arrested during the encounter.

    Chukwu said the suspects were being interrogated and would be handed over to the appropriate authority for further necessary action.

    He listed items recovered from them as one AK 47 rifle, one AK 47 rifle magazine loaded with 28 rounds of ammunition and four pairs of military camouflage uniform.

    Others recovered items were one pair of Nigeria Police pullover, three pairs of berets, one pair of black boot, two machetes, one Plier and 22 handsets.

    Chukwu also said N16, 980 was recovered from the suspects.

    32 Boko Haram members surrender – Army

     

  • Killings: Buhari orders deployment of 1,000 troops to Zamfara

    Killings: Buhari orders deployment of 1,000 troops to Zamfara

    The Federal Government has assembled a 1,000-strong military force, comprising the army, air force, police and the civil defence, to launch attacks on the bandits terrorising the villages and towns of Zamfara State.

    The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists on Sunday.

    Shehu said following President Muhammadu Buhari’s directive, the Nigerian Air Force has begun the deployment of fighter aircraft to Katsina, the airport with the closest proximity to Zamfara State to make for immediate and effective response to the menace of the bandits.

    This, he said, had not been possible in the past because there was no fuel depot facility in Katsina.

    The presidential spokesman said NAF had now devised a way around the problem.

    He added, “The President has also authorised the engagement by NAF, of advanced satellite surveillance technology to help in accurate detection of movement and locations of the bandits.

    “The government had to go to this extent because of the limitations of conventional surveillance, as the use of satellite technology could make the task of NAF less problematic.

    “Following directives from the President, at the weekend, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshall Sadiq Abubakar, was in Gusau where he met the Deputy Governor of the state.

    “The Chief of Air Staff reiterated the President’s pledge that he would never abandon the victims of attacks to their fate, reaffirming that security remains one of the cardinal pillars of his campaign promises and no leader would be happy to see his own citizens killed by criminal groups across the country.”

    Shehu recalled that since his election, the President had kept faith with his promises to re-equip and motivate the country’s military and other security services.

    The army and other security services, he said, were now better equipped and motivated to face the challenges of their responsibilities.

     

  • Troops kill 36 Militia Herdsmen in Benue, Taraba, others

    The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Monday said troops have eliminated 36 militia herdsmen at the weekend with the commencement of Operation Whirl Stroke in Benue, Nasarawa, Taraba and Zamfara states.

    The Acting Director of Defence Information, Brig. Gen. John Agim said in a statement that a soldier was killed during the operation, while two others were wounded. He added that the wounded soldiers have been treated and discharged from the Hospital.

    Brig. Gen Agim said in Taraba 8 bandits were arrested and handed over to officials of the Department of State Security (DSS) for further interrogation, adding that different categories of arms and ammunitions were recovered from the militia gang.

    Brig. Gen Agim said: “Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) operating in Benue, Nasarawa, Taraba and Zamfara states conducted a four prong clearance operations during the weekend. At Umaisha and Toto Villages, troops ambushed the militia following a tipoff of a planned attack on the two villages.

    “On the ensuing melee 1 x G3 rifle, 193 x 17.62 mm NATO, 81xG3 rifle ammunition, a locally made pistol and 1 FN magazine filled with round were recovered and 1 militia was killed. In another development, one Adamu Abdullahi, a suspected herdsman at Rukubi in Doma LGA of Nasarawa state was arrested in possession of an ID card of the vigilante group of Nigeria, Nasarawa state command and a photograph in which he posed with an AK47 rifle.

    “The suspect is still under interrogation and will be handed over to the police for prosecution after preliminary investigation.

    “Similarly, clearance operation across Gwer West, Logo and Guma LGA’s of Benue State was conducted during the weekend. Troops made contact with heavily armed herdsmen around lower Benue and a militia camp at chetarer village.

    “The troops engaged the militia and followed the pursuit with M135 Helicopter of their air component. This led to a large member of them being neutralized. In all, 35 herdsmen were neutralized and a large number of them escaped with gunshot injuries.

    “However, a soldier was killed in action (KIA), 2 sustained slight injuries but have been treated and discharged. Also, 1 soldier is still missing in action.

    “Furthermore, OPWS in Nasarawa State arrested one Musa Habu (aged 32 years) at Kolo close to Umiasha in Toto Local Government Council. Items recovered from the suspect include; 1 locally made pistol, 2 x cartridges, 1 Techno phone and hundred and thirty naira only.

    “Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect is linked with some suspected militia in that locality. He has been handed over to the DSS for further necessary action.

    “In the same vein, troops of OPWS sector 3 Taraba, on patrol through Kwesati, Manya-Garagun axis made contact with 8 bandits who were arrested and were armed with 2 AK47 rifle, 1 x K2 rifle and 2 x locally made gun.

    “Ammunitions recovered from them include 56 rounds of 7.6mm, 25 rounds of k2, 3x cartridge, charms, phones amongst other items. Suspects and items are to be handed over to DSS for further investigation”.