Two terrorists have been killed as troops of the Nigerian Army, on Sunday, at Kankomi, Chikun local government area of Kaduna State, repelled an attack by
Aruwan said while exploiting the withdrawal route of the bandits, three corpses were found by the troops, apparently they were locals killed by the fleeing bandits.The statement reads in parts: “The Kaduna State Government was informed of the development in feedback which captured the bravery exhibited by the troops in overpowering the bandits.“The attackers made an attempt to infiltrate the location housing the troops.
“According to the report, contact was made with terrorists on a high ground ahead of Kafaiyo. One terrorist was neutralized, and an AK-47 rifle recovered.“Furthermore, two terrorists fled on sighting the troops, leaving behind their motorcycles which were recovered,” Aruwan said.He added that Governor Nasir El-Rufai received the feedback with sadness, and sent his deepest condolences to the families of the victims, while praying for the repose of their souls.
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