Many Bandits Killed As Bandits Attack GOC Convoy In Zamfara

Troops reportedly killed several bandits during an attack on the convoy of the general officer commanding (GOC) 8 division and commander, sector 2 Operation Fansan Yamma, in Tsafe LGA of Zamfara state.

Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency publication covering the Lake Chad region, confirmed that one soldier was also killed during the encounter.

Makama said the incident occurred around 4:30pm on Monday as the GOC was returning from an operational visit to troops stationed at Kulchin Kalgo and the forward operating base in Danjibga.

“On reaching Maitashi village, the convoy reportedly came into contact with fleeing terrorists, leading to an exchange of fire,” the report reads.

“During the engagement, troops successfully neutralised several of the assailants and recovered their weapons, ammunition, as well as motorcycles.

“However, one soldier sustained gunshot wounds and was evacuated to Keta Healthcare Centre, where he was later confirmed dead.”

The publication added that troops subsequently cleared the area before the convoy continued to Gusau, while operations in the area are ongoing.