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Nigerian troops have scored a major victory against terrorism in Zamfara, neutralizing five notorious bandit leaders and recovering an arsenal of heavy weapons during operations in Talata-Mafara and Kaura-Namoda LGAs.
The 1 Brigade Nigerian Army confirmed the elimination of Auta Jijji, Dankali, Sagidi, Kachallah Rijaji, and Kachallah Suza - key figures in the region's banditry network. Soldiers engaged the criminals in a fierce gun battle after they attacked Mai Kwanugga village, burning houses and terrorizing residents.
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Recovered weapons include:
4 AK-47 rifles
1 PKT machine gun
2 RPG tubes with 6 bombs
71 rounds of ammunition
"While we regret two civilian casualties from stray bullets, this operation has significantly degraded bandit capabilities in Zamfara," said Captain Suleiman Omale, Army Spokesperson.
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In a related development, troops peacefully quelled protests in Dayau village where frustrated residents blocked highways over security concerns. Authorities have restored order and maintained heightened surveillance across the region.
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