Nigerian Army kill 2 bandits in Zamfara
By Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau
The troops of the Nigerian Army under 1 Brigade and Sector 1 Joint Task Force (North West) Operation Hadarin Daji has successfully neutralized two bandits during a fierce encounter at Unguwar Sarkin Musulmi area of Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
In a statement by the Information Officer of the Operation Hadarin Daji, Lieutenant Suleiman Omale and made available to newsmen in Gusau Zamfara State capital, said acting on credible intelligence, the gallant troops swiftly responded to reports of Violent Extremist activities in the area.
“Upon arrival, they engaged the Element in a serious gun duel, effectively neutralizing two of the Violent Extremist. Others were forced to withdraw in disarray.
“Following the engagement, the troops conducted a mop-up operation, during which they recovered one operational motorcycle belonging to the Violent Extremist.
“The area has since been secured with troops of Sector 1 Joint Task Force (North West) Operation Hadarin Daji in maintaining an aggressive presence and conducting confidence-building patrol to ensure the safety of locals in the community.
“The success of this operation indicates the ongoing commitment of Operation Hadarin Daji to rid Zamfara State off banditry and restore peace and security to the region”, it explained.
