In the aftermath of recent farmer killings, Nigerian Army troops, operating under the umbrella of Operation Fansan Yanma, have successfully dealt a significant blow to terrorist groups in Sokoto and Kebbi states. According to a security source, Zagazola Makama, a series of well-coordinated operations were carried out targeting local government councils, including Illela, Tangaza, Gudu, Binji, and Silami in Sokoto State, and Augie, Arewa, Argungu, and Dandi councils in Kebbi State. These efforts led to the neutralization of over 20 terrorists, dismantling their camps, and forcing them to flee their hideouts. The operations, which aimed to restore peace and security, saw troops sweeping through terrorist strongholds in the Tsauna, Bauni, and Sarma forests. The Army pushed deep into these critical areas, flushing out terrorists, destroying their camps, and recovering valuable equipment. In Sarma Ruga, 20 terrorists were killed during intense combat. Fleeing terrorists abandoned their weapons, hideouts, and supplies, many of which were destroyed by the troops. A significant breakthrough came with the clearance of Manja village, which had been abandoned for four years due to banditry and terrorist activities. Locals have since begun returning to their homes, expressing their gratitude for the Army’s efforts to liberate the area. The troops also discovered and cleared a newly established terrorist camp near Mai Hills, where they found essential supplies and logistics left behind by the terrorists. The operation continued with a push towards Jaima village, a border community, where Nigerien troops were reported to be conducting patrols. Meanwhile, in Borno State, barely 24 hours after attacking Bazir village in Chibok Local Government Area, Boko Haram terrorists launched another assault on Shikarkir Ward of Chibok. The terrorists set fire to the Church of Brethren and several residential buildings. Earlier, Boko Haram terrorists attacked Bazir, killing two siblings, setting fire to the church, and destroying a residential building. The terrorists looted livestock and foodstuffs before fleeing. One of the victims’ family members, Mallam Daniel Shikarkir, confirmed that his elderly parents, aged 82 and 79, escaped the attack unharmed, but their home was completely destroyed. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Chanel.
The Defence Headquarters has confirmed the rise of a new terrorist group, known as ‘Lukarawas,’ which is worsening security challenges in northwestern Nigeria. This revelation was made by Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, during a press briefing on military activities held in Abuja on Thursday. Maj.-Gen. Buba stated that the group emerged from the Republic of Niger following a coup that disrupted military cooperation between Nigeria and Niger. He explained that the terrorists began to infiltrate northern Sokoto and Kebbi States from the Niger Republic and the Mali region, with their activities increasing after the coup in Niger. Before the coup, joint border operations with Nigerien security forces helped prevent terrorist activities. However, the lack of collaboration post-coup created opportunities for the terrorists to exploit challenging terrains and penetrate remote parts of the northwestern region, spreading their extremist agenda. Maj.-Gen. Buba noted that the group’s presence was initially accepted by local communities, who mistakenly believed the group had good intentions and did not report their movements to security agencies. He assured the public that military forces were maintaining Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) operations to weaken the terrorist group. He added that the group continues to use vast, under-governed areas as hideouts to avoid detection, harass residents, and evade troops. However, he emphasized that the military is tracking down and neutralizing the threat. READ ALSO: GeneralRector of Catholic Seminary in Edo Kidnapped, Now Freed
