Troops repel ambush on GOC’s convoy, neutralise five terrorists in Kebbi
Troops escorting the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division, Major General Bemgha Koughna, have neutralised five suspected Lakurawa terrorists while repelling an attempted ambush near Mayama Hill in Kebbi. The
Troops escorting the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division, Major General Bemgha Koughna, have neutralised five suspected Lakurawa terrorists while repelling an attempted ambush near Mayama Hill in Kebbi.
The convoy was reportedly moving through a volatile forested corridor when it came under intense gunfire from armed elements believed to be members of the Lakurawa group.
The troops responded with superior firepower, foiling what security sources described as a potentially deadly attack.
Following a thorough sweep of the area, the troops recovered a cache of weapons and other items. This included one OJC gun, one PKT gun, two AK-47 rifles, and four AK-47 magazines. Also recovered were a bandolier of PKT ammunition, several rounds of 12.7mm ammunition, a camel bag containing ₦840,000, two mobile phones, and five motorcycles.
In a statement, the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 8 Division of the Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, said the attack occurred while the GOC’s convoy was en route to visit frontline troops deployed in the state.
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He noted that the swift response of the soldiers prevented casualties and reaffirmed the division’s commitment to sustained operations against terrorist elements in the region.
"The terrorists came under a bold and decisive operational fire during which the 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."
However, demonstrating exceptional leadership and tactical prowess, Major General Koughna and his troops responded with overwhelming firepower, neutralizing 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.
Osoba explained that 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", said that release made available to reporters last night.
