MINORITY CAUCUS CONDEMNS BARBARIC KILLINGS IN EDO STATE. (PHOTO)

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 Minority Caucus condemns barbaric killings in Edo State The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has strongly condemned the recent killings of 16 Nigerians, primarily from the northern region, in Edo State. The attack, reportedly carried out by a group of unidentified assailants, has sparked widespread outrage and renewed concerns over national security. In a statement, the caucus expressed shock and grief over what it described as a "barbaric murder" of innocent citizens. The lawmakers warned that allowing such heinous crimes to persist without firm intervention from the federal government could jeopardize national unity and peace. ā€œWe find such brutal killings of innocent Nigerians in any part of the country by lawless mobs very reprehensible. If these actions are not put in check, they could threaten the peace and unity of the nation,ā€ the statement read. The Minority Caucus particularly condemned the attack on northern travelers, urging all Nigerians to shun m...

TROOPS DISLODGE TERRORISTS' ENCLAVE IN ZAMFARA, ANNIHILATE TERRORISTS, RECOVER ARMS, SEVERAL MOTORBIKES. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.


 TROOPS DISLODGE TERRORISTS'  ENCLAVE IN ZAMFARA, ANNIHILATE TERRORISTS, RECOVER ARMS, SEVERAL MOTORBIKES



Nigerian Army troops deployed for Counter-terrorism Counter-insurgency operations in the North West on Monday 15 April 2024, made a significant inroad into terrorists' enclave in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State, where they destroyed the camp and exterminated the terrorists.


Acting on credible intelligence on the activities of the terrorists, troops conducted a targeted clearance operation to dismantle the suspected terrorists' operational base in the town of Maru. In a fierce gun battle with the terrorists, the gallant troops neutralized 12 of the terrorists, compelling the others to flee. The troops also recovered one AK-47 rifle, one magazine, 12 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition, and two locally fabricated gun. Additionally, our troops captured 10 operational motorbikes used for mobility by the terrorists and 18 rustled cows. The troops destroyed the terrorists' base after dislodging them.


The successful operation is a testament to the dedication of our troops in the fight against terrorism and insurgency. The Nigerian Army remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of our citizens and will continue to take decisive action to curb terrorists' activities in the region.


Nigerian Army reaffirms its resolve to sustain the momentum in the ongoing efforts to rid the North West and other troubled areas of terrorism and insurgency.


ONYEMA NWACHUKWU

Major General

Director Army Public Relations

16 April 2024

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