Troops of the Nigerian Army deployed for counter-insurgency operations in Zamfara State have raided the hideout of a terrorist kingpin, identified as Yellow Janbros.
During the raid, the terrorists engaged the troops in a fierce gun battle, which led to the death of a terrorist.
Troops also recovered several weapons and equally destroyed Janbros’ enclave.
According to a post on Tuesday by the Nigerian Army on X, Janbros has been responsible for kidnappings and other acts of terrorism in parts of the North-West.
The post read, “Nigerian Army troops deployed for Counter Terrorism Counter Insurgency operations have raided the den of a notorious terrorist kingpin known as Yellow Janbros at Dangunu Village in the Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State, resulting in the elimination of a terrorist and recovery of the firearm.
“During the operation on April 8, 2024, troops successfully attacked the den of the notorious terrorists responsible for kidnappings and other acts of terrorism in parts of North-West Nigeria.
“The troops overpowered and dislodged the terrorists and neutralised one of them. The gallant troops also recovered one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 Magazine, 30 rounds of 7.62 mm Special, and 150 bags of stolen grains. The terrorists’ enclave has been completely destroyed.
“The Nigerian Army remains committed to mitigating security challenges and will leave no stone unturned to rid the nation of terrorists and insurgents.”
Troops have killed over 2,351 across various theatres of operations between January and March 2024, according to the Defence Headquarters.
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