Army says troops raid suspected terrorist camp in Sokoto
Nigerian troops operating under Operation FANSAN YAMMA raided a suspected terrorist hideout near Karani village in Sokoto State, the Army says. One suspected terrorist was killed during the operation, while others fled, and soldiers recovered an AK-47 rifle, ammunition, a motorcycle and other supplies.
Troops of Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA raided a suspected terrorist hideout in Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State, killing one suspected terrorist and recovering weapons and equipment, the Nigerian Army said. The operation followed what the Army described as credible intelligence about a suspected camp near Karani village. Troops advanced towards the location and made contact with hostile elements, according to Olaniyi Osoba, spokesperson for the Army’s 8 Division.
Osoba, a lieutenant colonel, said the troops responded with firepower and neutralised one suspected terrorist. Other members of the group fled into nearby bushes, he said. A subsequent search of the camp led to the recovery of one AK-47 rifle loaded with live ammunition, the Army said.
Soldiers also found an operational motorcycle, military camouflage uniforms, maintenance tools and logistical supplies. The Army said troops carried out clearance operations in the surrounding forest area after the raid. The stated aim was to establish control of the area and restrict the movement of those who escaped.
The statement did not identify the suspected terrorist killed or provide details about the group allegedly using the hideout. It also did not report any military or civilian casualties. The operation comes amid continuing military activity against armed groups in Nigeria’s north-west.
However, the supplied statement gives no further information about the wider security situation or the identities of the other suspected terrorists who fled. The Army’s account of the raid and recoveries was issued by its 8 Division in Sokoto on Sunday.
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