Nigerian Army troops rescue three hostages, recover weapons in fierce encounters with terrorists

In a victorious battle against terrorists, the Nigerian Army has recovered a large cache of ammunition and rescued three women held hostage by terrorists in the North East. 

The Army in a statement on Thursday, October 24, 2024, said troops deployed across various parts of Zamfara and Katsina states, acting on intelligence, successfully intercepted and thwarted terrorists' activities.

On 21 October 2024, troops in Zamfara state responded to a road blockade by terrorists along the Jambako-Faru road in Maradun Local Government Area.

A fierce gunfight ensued, forcing the terrorists to flee, abandoning an AK-47 rifle loaded with 7.62mm (special) ammunition. In another encounter at Gidan Isa village in Isa Local Government Area, troops in a shootout overwhelmed terrorists trying to cross the Marnona-Gudunmi-Isa road. 

After the clash, troops recovered a significant quantity of ammunition, including 297 rounds of 7.62mm (NATO) rounds, 23 rounds of 7.62mm (special) ammunition, two AK-47 rifle magazines, a motorcycle and a mobile phone.

In another operation in Katsina state, troops responded to an attack on Damari village in Dandume Local Government Area, where terrorists had abducted three women. After a swift pursuit, all the victims were successfully rescued and reunited with their families.

Commending the troops for their bravery, the Chief of Army Staff charged them to maintain the momentum in the ongoing operations. 

He lauded members of the public for their support, especially in providing credible information that are crucial to the successes so far recorded in ongoing operations.