The Nigeria Army said its troops deployed for counter terrorism operations have neutralized two terrorists in Kaduna.
According to a statement on the Nigerian Army’s social media platforms, the troops, acting on credible intelligence, intercepted four armed terrorists on motorbikes at a known terrorists’ crossing point in Kurmin Aja, Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State
“The troops, displaying exceptional courage, in a well executed ambush, engaged the terrorists in an intense firefight and neutralized 2 of them, while others fled with gun shot wounds into a nearby forest, thereby preventing loss of innocent lives,” the statement said
According to the statement, following the successful operation, a thorough search of the area led to the recovery of 2 AK-47 Rifles, 30 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, 3 magazines, and two motorbikes belonging to the terrorists.
The statement urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activity to security agencies.
“The collaborative efforts of the public and security forces are critical in the ongoing fight against terrorism and other forms of criminality, as together, we can protect our communities and preserve peace and stability in the region,” it said
