SAA event in Nigeria on Tue 17th September 2024

Troops of the Nigerian Army have killed two terrorists and recovered weapons during an operation conducted in Kaduna State.

The troops, acting on credible intelligence, laid an ambush for the terrorists who were moving along the Birnin Gwari-Manini axis.

According to a post on X on Monday, the ambush led to a fierce gun battle between soldiers and the terrorists.

The post read, “The Nigerian Army continues to demonstrate its resolve to dismantle terrorist networks across various theatres of operations, delivering heavy blows to the fleeing villains. In the latest encounter, troops successfully expunged and destabilised terrorists attempting to escape military action, aborting their mission and putting them on the run.

“Acting on credible intelligence, troops deployed at the Kwaga village of the Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, positioned an ambush against terrorists transiting along the Birnin Gwari-Manini axis, leading to an intense firefight. In the ensuing clash, troops neutralised two terrorists with overwhelming firepower, while others fled in disarray.

“The operation also led to the recovery of some arms and equipment, including two AK-47 rifles, three rifle magazines, one Baofeng radio, and three motorcycles used by the terrorists.”

The Army said it remained resolute in its mission to rid the country of terrorism and ensure the safety of all citizens.

“Troops are still on the trail of the wounded terrorists,” the post added.