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Nigerian military rescues 363 captives in nationwide operations
The Nigerian military has conducted a series of successful nationwide operations over the past week, resulting in the rescue of 363 captives and the arrest of numerous suspects, including terrorists, informants, and logistics suppliers.
In Zamfara State, Operation FANSAN YAMMA successfully rescued 33 passengers who had been abducted by terrorists in the Tsafe Local Government Area. The rescue occurred after troops engaged the attackers, forcing them to flee into nearby bushes. Additionally, in Zamfara, troops neutralized an improvised explosive device (IED) near Jabanda village and intercepted a suspected terrorist collaborator, Lawali Dan Alo, who was found in possession of over N5.3 million in cash.
Other significant actions included Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD rescuing 308 individuals from Kainji Lake National Park in Niger State. In the North-East, Operation HADIN KAI rescued 35 victims and foiled an attempted abduction in Borno State. The military also reported the destruction of illegal oil refining facilities and the recovery of various weapons and ammunition during these operations.
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Aliyu Danja · Armed Forces of Nigeria · Borno State · Gwoza · Lawali Dan Alo · Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja · Michael Onoja · Nigerian military · Operation FANSAN YAMMA · Operation HADIN KAI · Zamfara State
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- [● 6 SOURCES] Troops in Zamfara State neutralized an improvised explosive device (IED) near Jabanda village in Zurmi Local Government Area. www.gistmania.com · pmnewsnigeria.com · dailytrust.com · von.gov.ng
- [● 6 SOURCES] A logistics supplier, Lawali Dan Alo, was intercepted with over N5.3 million in cash in Maradun, Zamfara. www.gistmania.com · pmnewsnigeria.com · dailytrust.com · von.gov.ng
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Nigerian military rescued 363 captives and arrested numerous terrorists and informants during weekly nationwide operations. platinumpost.news · bizwatchnigeria.ng · nannews.ng
- [○ 1 SOURCE] A suspected terrorist was killed by troops and the Civilian Joint Task Force in Konduga, Borno State.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD rescued 308 individuals from Kainji Lake National Park in Niger State. bizwatchnigeria.ng
- [● 8 SOURCES] Troops rescued 33 passengers from an abduction in Tsafe Local Government Area, Zamfara State. dailytrust.com · thenews-chronicle.com · wtop.com · thevoicenewsmagazine.com · kahawatungu.com · +3 more