Troops Repel Boko Haram Attack in Borno, Rescue Abducted Victims in Zamfara
Troops of the Nigerian military and security forces recorded major operational successes in separate encounters against terrorists and bandits in Borno and Zamfara States, reinforcing ongoing efforts to restore peace and security across the country.
In Borno State, troops of the Joint Task Force (JTF), North East Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), repelled a Boko Haram/ISWAP attack on Kurnari village in Buratai District, Biu Local Government Area.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred around 1:34 a.m. on Monday when a large number of terrorists stormed the village. A patrol team on the ground engaged the insurgents in a fierce gun battle before reinforcements led by the Commanding Officer of 135 Battalion arrived to bolster the troops.
“The attack was successfully repelled. Our troops also executed two direct fire missions along the terrorists’ withdrawal route from their base,” a source said.
Although no civilian or military casualties were recorded, the terrorists partially burnt a house and destroyed an electricity pole supplying Kurnari and Buratai communities, plunging the villages into darkness before the assault.
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During the mop-up operation, troops recovered four belts of PKT ammunition containing 306 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, five RPG bombs, three AK-47 magazines, medical supplies, and the sum of ₦2,000. Bloodstains at the scene indicated significant casualties on the terrorists’ side.
In a separate development, security forces in Zamfara rescued five abducted victims during a joint operation in Talata Mafara Local Government Area.
According to sources, at about 6:00 a.m. on September 21, armed bandits were sighted moving abductees from Barikin Daji bush camp to Bayan Ruwa camp, attempting to pass through Garbadu village. Joint security personnel, supported by Community Protection Guards and local vigilantes, intercepted the bandits and secured the release of the victims.
The rescued persons were identified as Hauwa’u Lawali, 45; Karima Lawali, 25; Zainab Lawali, 27; Naja’atu Lawali, 15; and Zainabu Lawali, all from Wanu village in Anka LGA. They were taken to Dauda Care Hospital in Talata Mafara for medical attention, debriefed, and later reunited with their families.
Military and security sources reaffirmed that normalcy has returned to the affected areas, while troops’ morale and operational efficiency remain high in the ongoing fight against insurgency and banditry.
By PRNigeria
