Troops of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, don neutralise one terrorist and recover arms and logistics after dem raid one suspected terrorists’ enclave for Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
According to statement wey acting Assistant Director, Operation 8 Division, Lt Colonel Olaniyi Osoba issue, the troops act on credible intelligence and advance toward one suspected terrorist camp for Karani village.
The statement talk say when the troops make contact with the hostile elements, dem respond with decisive firepower, neutralise one terrorist while others run leave the scene.
E add say during exploitation search of the camp, the troops recover one AK-47 rifle wey load with live ammunition, one operational motorcycle, military camouflage uniforms, and various maintenance tools and logistical supplies.
After the encounter, the troops execute clearance operations for the surrounding forest axis to dominate the general area and deny fleeing elements freedom of action, the statement further disclose.
Osoba describe the recovery as significant blow to operational capability of the criminal elements wey dey operate for that axis.
E reiterate the commitment of Operation FANSAN YAMMA to sustain aggressive operations against terrorists and other criminal elements for im joint operations area.
The statement urge residents of the area to continue to provide credible information to security agencies to aid ongoing operations.
Residents of Gudu and neighbouring Tangaza Local Government Areas don commend the military for the renewed onslaught, urging dem to sustain the tempo.
Dem appeal to government to maintain security presence for the cleared areas to enable farmers return to their farmlands and go about their legitimate businesses.
