Nigerian Troops Eliminate 21 Bandits in Zamfara . . . Navy Rescues 3 Beninoise from Arson in Lagos

Nigerian Troops Eliminate 21 Bandits in Zamfara . . . Navy Rescues 3 Beninoise from Arson in Lagos

1. Gallant troops of Operation HADARIN DAJI engaged a large number of bandits by 201530hrs April 2020 at Zurmi in Zurumi LGA of Zamfara State. After a fierce encounter, Twenty One (21) bandits were neutralized and Four (4) of our troops paid the supreme price. Exploitation in progress. Details to follow.

2 . Meanwhile the troops in high morale, have commenced aggresive patrols in the area, for domination and confidence building among the the locals.

3. The Armed Forces of Nigeria requests the general public to provide credible information on the bandits to assist the Military to rid the Country of the criminal elements.

JOHN ENENCHE
Coordinator
Defence Media Operations
Defence Headquarters
22 April 2020
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NIGERIAN NAVY RESCUES CREW FROM BURNING FISHING TRAWLER

1. The Nigerian Navy in Lagos on Tuesday 21 April 2020 has rescued three Beninoise after their fishing vessel caught fire at the Lagos anchorage.

2. The crew were rescued by the Nigerian Navy Ship BINI after a distress call was sent out at past midnight on April 21.

3. On arrival at the scene, the fishing boat with a call sign SHORT TAIL was completely engulfed by fire, one of the crew member was severely burnt in the incident. The crew members who could not communicate in English were given first aid at the naval Base Medical Centre where they were stabilized and treated.

JOHN ENENCHE
Major General
Coordinator
Defence Media Operations
Defence Headquarters
22 April 20.