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Troops of the Nigerian Army deployed for counter-terrorism operations in Kaduna State have killed eight terrorists in Kaduna State.
The terrorists were killed during a fierce gun duel in the Kampani Doka and Rifigoro communities in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of the state.
According to a statement on X by the Nigerian Army on Friday, the troops encountered the terrorists during an offensive operation on their stronghold in Kampanin Doka and killed seven.
Three AK-47 rifles, eight AK-47 magazines and six motorcycles were recovered in Kampanin Doka.
The statement read, “In an intense gun duel between troops and terrorist groups in the general areas of Kampani Doka and Rifigoro communities in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, troops of the Nigerian Army have eliminated terrorist elements and recovered a substantial number of dangerous automatic weapons and ammunition.
“The troops who conducted 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 firepower, thereby neutralizing 7 of the terrorists.
“The troops recovered three AK-47 rifles, eight AK-47 magazines (four fully loaded with 120 rounds of 7.62mm Special), a magazine carrier, 6 motorcycles, three mobile phones, two Baofeng communication radios, and three pairs of civil clothes.”
During the operation conducted in Gayam village, the Army said troops killed a terrorist leader and recovered a PKT machine gun.
“The troops further projected offensives to Gayam village of the same Local Government Area, 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, a 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 statement added.
