The Nigerian Army’s troops have continued to record successes against terrorists and other criminals in the ongoing operations nationwide.
Over the past 72 hours, troops have neutralized Islamic State West Africa (ISWAP) terrorists and arrested 14 suspected criminals across various operational theaters.
A source at the Army headquarters told The Nation that two terrorist kingpins also surrendered to troops, while multiple weapons and illicit items were recovered.
Providing details on the operations, the source said 3 Battalion laid an ambush along Gamboru–Dikwa road, disrupting terror logistics movement and seized various items.
“Similarly, troops of 192 Battalion and Hybrid Forces at Kuranabasa in Gwoza neutralized one ISWAP/JAS logistics courier, while two family members of the terrorist group surrendered to 112 Task Force Battalion in Mafa.
“Additionally, troops at a checkpoint in Kukawa arrested a suspected terrorist collaborator residing in Baga.”
In operations across the North West zones, the source said troops continued to degrade criminal networks in Zamfara, rescuing seven kidnapped victims after a swift pursuit of armed men in Maradun.
In Kebbi State, troops from 1 Battalion in Birnin Kebbi apprehended two individuals suspected of involvement in the illegal drug trade and handed them over to officials from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).
In the North Central zone, the 3 Division Garrison in Plateau State arrested a gunrunner with 10 weapons, including fabricated rifles and a Dane gun. They also apprehended a notorious criminal kingpin known as Umar Idi (aka Lere) in Shendam, and recovered a motorcycle and sundry items.
Another suspect linked to a recent killing was arrested in Taraba with a locally made pistol and incriminating items.
Troops also intensified anti-narcotics operations in Lagos, arresting seven drug peddlers and seizing several illicit substances.
The achievements, according to the source, highlighted the Army’s unwavering resolve to protect citizens and deny criminal elements freedom of action.
