The Nigeria Army, on Thursday evening, said troops deployed for counter-terrorism operations in Sokoto State in a daring gun battle successfully foiled a kidnapping attempt in Sokoto State.
In a statement on its regular X platform, the NA Authority hinted that the troops neutralised 5 terrorists and rescued 2 hostages held by the terrorists.
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“The troops responding to a distress call from the Baniguntu and Gohonau forest area in Gudu Local Government Area, engaged the terrorists in a fierce gun battle, resulting in the neutralisation of the terrorists, while others fled with injuries sustained from the exchange of fire,”
the statement said.It further identified the rescued hostages as Nura Isya and Saluhu Hamza, adding that they were safely handed over to the Chairman of Gudu Local Government Area for medical attention and reunification with their families.
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“The successful operation not only prevented a potential tragedy, but also led to the recovery of 5 AK-47 rifles, 32 rounds of ammunition, and a Tecno phone, further disrupting the activities of the terrorist group. This heroic rescue mission highlights the resoluteness of the Nigerian Army to combat terrorism and ensure the safety and security of citizens in Sokoto State and across the country,”
it said.
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