Gallant troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralized several terrorists, recovered weapons, bombs and other exhibits across the country.

In a statement on its social media platform (Facebook, X, WhatsApp), it wrote:

“on Saturday, 1 March 2025, troops deployed in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State launched a ruthless and coordinated assault on a well-fortified terrorist stronghold following credible intelligence that insurgents were regrouping to unleash havoc on villages around Fallujah and its environs.
Following this, the troops launched attack, over-powered them and recovered 11 Rocket-Propelled Grenade (RPG) bombs, 760 rounds of 7.62mm linked ammunition, 220 rounds of 12.7mm linked ammunition, One AK-47 rifle, 440 rounds of 7.62mm x 54mm ammunition.

“The troops also conducted a thorough clearance operation in Unguwan Abdullahi, a terrorist-infested settlement, where they annihilated all terrorist life-support structures and unearthed stockpiles of food items buried underground, depriving the terrorists of crucial sustenance.”

It said as ttroops advanced ahead of Garin Fallujah, they engaged the terrorists in a blistering firefight, forcing them into a chaotic retreat.

It added that the troops neutralized a notorious terrorist commander, Abba Alai (Amirul Khahid of Alafa) a high-value target who had long been on security watchlist.

The following items were recovered: one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 rifle magazine, 23 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, among others

The troops further cleared Ukuba Forest capturing alarming assortment of heavy weaponry and military-grade equipment, including two General-Purpose Machine Guns (GPMG), Mowag armored tank engine, Heavy-duty vehicle engine block with components, among others

“In Zamfara State, troops engaged another group of terrorists, neutralizing one while the rest scattered in confusion, leaving behind two motorcycles.


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