Troops kill four terrorists in Yobe, Borno

Troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralised no fewer than four terrorists in Yobe and Borno states, recovering weapons and ammunition during the operations.

According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, troops in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, acting on verified intelligence, launched an attack on Boko Haram terrorists operating a tax collection point in the Ngazargamu area.

“In the ensuing firefight, troops eliminated two terrorists and recovered a haul of weapons, including two AK-47 rifles, one FN rifle, 19 rounds of 7.62 mm (special) ammunition, five rounds of 7.62 mm (NATO) ammunition, two extra AK-47 rifle magazines, and three mobile phones,” Makama reported on Saturday morning.

Similarly, in Borno State along the Gamboru-Logomane road, troops ambushed fighters belonging to the Islamic State’s West Africa Province (ISWAP), killing two terrorists.

Makama added that the troops also recovered two AK-47 rifles and various other items at the scene.