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Troops of the Nigerian Army have killed 15 suspected terrorists in Katsina State.
They also apprehended 13 suspects in Kaduna in the operations carried out between Friday and Saturday.
A source at Army Headquarters disclosed this to journalists on Saturday in Abuja.
The source said the air and ground offensives were carried out at Zango High Ground in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State, where troops destroyed terrorists’ hideouts.
He said the troops also recovered weapons from armed herders in Benue State.
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“In Kaduna metropolis, troops of 1 Division Garrison apprehended 13 suspects with illicit drugs in joint operations with police and other agencies, raided black spots in Unguwan Dosa, Unguwan Yero, Kwaru, and Majalisa areas..
“In Sokoto State, troops foiled terrorist activities in Sabon Birni and Wurno LGAs, rescuing a driver and his vehicle.
“However, four suspected terrorists were lynched by locals in Kaura Village, while three others were rescued and handed to the police.
“Two suspected terrorist informants were also arrested in Gudu Local Government Area.
“Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke killed one armed herder during clearance operations, in Logo Local Government Area of Benue.
“They recovered an AK-47 rifle, 19 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, and other items from the terrorists.”
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