Five Notable Bandit Ringleaders Dismantled in Zamfara (Detailed List)
In a bold move to tackle the growing menace of terrorism, the Nigerian Army has reported a series of successful operations in Zamfara State, taking out five notorious terrorist leaders. This significant breakthrough marks a turning point in the ongoing fight against terror within the region.
The slain terror commanders, Auta Jijji, Dankali, Sagidi, Kachallah Rijaji, and Kachallah Suza, were neutralized following operations carried out in Talata Mafara and Kaura Namoda local government areas.
Armed Encounters and High-Value Targets
Troops from Combat Team-6 engaged a group of armed terrorists at Mai Kwanugga village in Talata Mafara Local Government Area. The assailants, who were wreaking havoc on local residents and setting homes ablaze, were met with a heavy exchange of gunfire. The army successfully neutralized the gang leaders and recovered a cache of deadly weapons.
Seized Arsenal
Items recovered from the terrorists include:
- Four AK-47 rifles
- One PKT machine gun
- Two rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) launchers
- Six RPG grenades
- Twenty-eight rounds of 7.62mm (special) ammunition
- Forty-three rounds of PKT ammunition
Civilian Casualties
Regrettably, the operation resulted in unfortunate civilian casualties as two individuals were caught in the crossfire. The Nigerian Army expressed deep regret over the incident and underscored their commitment to minimizing such occurrences in future operations.
Continued Mop-Up Operations
Troops continue to conduct mop-up operations in the affected areas to eliminate remaining terror elements and prevent further terrorist activity. The army remains steadfast in their mission to safeguard lives and property and encourages citizens to continue providing credible intelligence that will aid security operations.
Latinas Stationed in Afghanistan Share Their Experiences
- The Nigerian Army's offensive against bandits in Zamfara State has been confirmed, resulting in the death of five terror leaders, including Kachallah Rijaji and Kachallah Suza.
- In a skirmish at Mai Kwanugga village, Combat Team-6 engaged gunmen, leading to the neutralization of several terrorists and the recovery of weapons such as AK-47 rifles, PKT machine guns, and RPG launchers.
- Despite their best efforts, the operation by the Nigerian Army unintentionally resulted in civilian casualties with two individuals caught in the crossfire.
- The Nigerian Army regrets the loss and reaffirms its commitment to minimizing such unfortunate incidents in future operations.
- The war-and-conflicts, crime-and-justice, and general-news sections of Naija media outlets are reporting continued mop-up operations by the army in Talata Mafara and Kaura Namoda Local Government Areas, with the aim of eliminating remnants of terror groups.
- In a nod to the international front, Latinas stationed in Afghanistan have shared their experiences online, offering a unique perspective on their roles in war-torn regions, signifying a diverse presence in the world's army forces.
