Adebayo Adenrele
The Nigerian Army has neutralised terrorists in Saulawa community in the Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Nigerian Army, claiming that the terrorists engaged the forces in a shootout.
The Army also stated that two terrorists were killed, while firearms, as well as 11 motorcycles, were recovered during the operation.
The statement reads, “Troops of the Nigerian Army on Operation Forest Sanity have dealt a significant blow to terrorists operating within the Saulawa general area of Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State .
“The troops, while conducting a fighting patrol to Saulawa, cleared Maidaro and Ngade Alha villages before making contact with the rampaging terrorists. The ensuing firefight resulted in the elimination of two terrorists and the recovery of one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 rifle magazine loaded with 23 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, and 11 motorcycles, one of which was burned in situ due to damage sustained during the operation.
“The troops, in their untiring commitment, have continued to deny the terrorists freedom of action and have significantly undermined their capabilities.
“The Nigerian Army remains resolute in its determination to protect the nation and its citizens from the scourge of terrorism”.