Troops of the Nigerian Military deployed for counter-terrorism operations in Sokoto State in a daring gun battle on Thursday efficiently foiled a kidnap try within the State, killing 5 terrorists and rescuing two hostages.
A press release on Nigerian Military’s official social media deal with mentioned the troops, responding to a misery name from the Baniguntu and Gohonau forest space in Gudu native authorities space of the State, engaged the terrorists in a fierce gun battle, ensuing within the neutralisation of the terrorists, whereas others fled with gunshot accidents.
The assertion recognized rescued hostages as Nura Isya and Saluhu Hamza, whom had been safely handed over to the chairman of Gudu native authorities space for medical consideration and reunification with their respective households.
The troops recovered 5 AK-47 rifles, 32 rounds of ammunition, and a Tecno cellphone, thereby disrupting the actions of the terrorist group.
“This heroic rescue mission highlights the resoluteness of the Nigerian Military to fight terrorism and guaranteeing the protection and safety of residents in Sokoto State and throughout the nation. The troops’ swift and decisive motion serves as a testomony to their dedication to defending the lives and well-being of the folks they serve,” the assertion mentioned.
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