Following an intense gun duel between troops and terrorists in Kampani Doka and Rifigoro communities in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, soldiers eliminated terrorists and recovered substantial number of automatic weapons and ammunition.
“The troops while conducting offensive operations into the terrorists’ stronghold near Kampanin Doka met strong resistance from the terrorists who opened fire upon sighting the troops.
“In a shootout that lasted for hours, the gallant troops subdued the criminal elements with superior fire power, thereby neutralising seven of them.
“The troops recovered three AK-47 rifles, eight AK-47 magazines (four fully loaded guns with 120 rounds of 7.62mm Special), a magazine carrier, six motorcycles, three mobile phones, two Baofeng communication radios and three pairs of civil clothes.
“The troops projected offensives to Gayam village where a notorious insurgent leader was neutralised, while some of his accomplices fled with gunshot wounds, leaving behind their weapons and equipment.
“Among the items recovered by the troops were a PKT machine gun with eight rounds of ammunition, Baofeng radio, multiple communication devices, one SMF magazine and 14 mobile SIM cards.
“These successful operations, marked by the deletion of key terrorist figures and the seizure of dangerous weapons, is a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to restore peace and stability to the region.
“We call on the public to continue supporting the relentless efforts of our security forces who are tirelessly working to ensure the safety and security of all citizens” the army said.
