The convoy of the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division and Commander of Sector 2 of the Joint Task Force North-west Operation Fansan Yamma, Major General Bemgha Koughna, has foiled an ambush mounted by suspected Lakurawa terrorists near Mayama Hill in Kebbi State.
The attack occurred as the GOC’s convoy was en route to visit frontline troops deployed in the state.
A press release issued this Monday by the Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, 8 Division, Nigerian Army / Sector 2 Operation Fansan Yamma, Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, explained that the convoy came under sudden and heavy fire from armed terrorists while moving through the volatile forested terrain.
He said: “Demonstrating exceptional leadership and tactical prowess, Major General Koughna and his troops responded with overwhelming firepower, neutralising five terrorists and repelling the ambush.
“This operation not only secured the convoy but also disrupted the terrorists’ plans, delivering a strong deterrent message to insurgent groups that have been terrorizing local communities in the general area.
“Following the successful counter-ambush, troops conducted a meticulous sweep of the area, recovering a significant cache of weapons and intelligence materials.”
He added that the recovered items included one OJC gun, one PKT gun, two AK-47 rifles and four AK-47 magazines.
Others are one Bandolier of PKT ammunition, several rounds of 12.7mm ammunition, a camel bag containing ₦840,000, two mobile phones and
five motorcycles.
Osoba said: “Currently, troops remain deployed and vigilant in the general area, maintaining dominance to prevent further attacks.
“The operation underscores the unwavering commitment of 8 Division Nigerian Army to protect civilians and eliminate terrorist threats in the North-west region.”
