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‎NAF Strikes, Kill 20 Terrorists, Destroy 21 Motorcycles

***confirms death of two local vigilantes 

‎Strikes by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft have killed 20 terrorists and destroyed 21 motorcycles in Zamfara State.

‎NAF spokesman, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.

‎He said the terrorists were killed during air interdictions conducted on May 31, at Mai-Galma in Maru Local Government Area of the state.

‎Ehimen said the operation was aimed at halting a planned large-scale attack on vulnerable communities by armed bandits.

‎He said: “Intelligence received indicated that a significant number of terrorists were massing and preparing to strike unsuspecting settlements. Further intelligence confirmed that the bandits had killed some farmers and abducted a number of civilians, including women and children.

‎“Consequently, NAF aircraft under Operation FANSAN YAMMA were immediately dispatched on armed reconnaissance and a possible rescue mission.

‎“On arrival at the area, over 30 motorcycles carrying armed terrorists heading into the nearby forest were positively identified. On sighting the aircraft, the terrorists opened fire, prompting a precision engagement that led to the destruction of several motorcycles and the neutralisation of dozens of terrorists.

‎“Ground forces were immediately mobilised to exploit the situation. They confirmed the destruction of enemy assets and the neutralisation of over 20 terrorists.

‎Unfortunately, in the course of the operation, two local vigilantes lost their lives and two others sustained injuries in the crossfire.”

‎The NAF spokesman assured that the service would continue to take necessary measures to protect civilians during operations. 


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