Troops thwart armed robbers, foil kidnap attempt in separate operations
In a series of successful operations on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, troops deployed for counter-terrorism operations in the North West and North Central regions of the country achieved significant victories against criminal elements.
In Sokoto State, troops acting on actionable intelligence ambushed a notorious group of terrorists at a suspected crossing point around Sarma village in Tangaza Local Government Area. The operation resulted in the elimination of the group’s kingpin in a firefight, and the recovery of one AK-47 rifle with two magazines, seven rounds of 7.62 mm (Special), and a motorcycle.
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In a related development, troops foiled a kidnapping attempt while responding to a distress call about kidnapping activities along Kasu village road, Kafanchan District in Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The operation led to the arrest of two suspected kidnappers and the recovery of one fabricated rifle and two rounds of 7.62 mm ammunition.
In another successful operation, troops neutralized a suspected armed robber at Kaskara Check Point in response to a distress call about armed robbery activities around UTC (TENTI) Junction in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. The troops neutralized one of armed robbers. Items recovered from the scene include one locally fabricated gun and other harmful weapons.
The troops have continued to sustain the momentum of ongoing operations across the theatres to ensure security in the country.
These successful operations demonstrate the military’s continued efforts to combat terrorism and criminality in the region, and their commitment to ensuring the safety and security of citizens.
