ANAMBRA GOVT REAFFIRMS MEGA CITY DRIVE, DEMOLISHES SCORES OF ILLEGAL STRUCTURES. (PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE

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GOC CONVOY FOILS DEADLY AMBUSH IN KEBBI, ELIMINATES 5 TERRORISTS, SEIZES WEAPON CACHE. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


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GOC CONVOY FOILS DEADLY AMBUSH IN KEBBI, ELIMINATES 5 TERRORISTS, SEIZES WEAPON CACHE


The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division and Commander Sector 2 of the Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General Bemgha Koughna In a bold and decisive operation  successfully foiled a deadly ambush orchestrated by suspected Lakurawa terrorist Group (LTG) near Mayama Hill in Kebbi State. The attack occurred as the GOC’s convoy was en route to visit frontline troops deployed in the Stste


The GOC’s  convoy moving through  the volatile forested terrain, came under sudden and heavy fire from armed terrorists. 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.


Following the successful counter-ambush, troops conducted a meticulous sweep of the area, recovering a significant cache of weapons and intelligence materials. The recovered items included one OJC Gun, one PKT Gun, two  AK-47 Rifles and four AK-47 Magazines. Others are 

One Bandolier of PKT Ammunition,  Several rounds of 12.7mm Ammunition, A camel bag containing ₦840,000, two Mobile Phones and 

Five Motorcycles


Currently 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.


OLANIYI OSOBA

Lieutenant ColColon

Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations

8 Division, Nigerian Army / Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA  

23 February 2026.

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