Troops of the Nigerian Army deployed for Counter Terrorism and Insurgency operations in Zamfara State have raided the hideout of a terrorist kingpin, Yellow Janbros.
In a post on the Nigerian Army’s official X handle on Tuesday, the army disclosed that Janbros has been responsible for kidnappings and other acts of terrorism in parts of north-western Nigeria.
According to the Army, the terrorists engaged the troops in a fierce gun battle, which led to the death of a terrorist.
They also recovered several weapons and equally destroyed Janbros’ enclave.
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 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 neutralized one of them.
“The gallant troops also recovered one AK- AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 Magazine, 30 rounds of 7.62 mm special, and one hundred and fifty 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.”’