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