The Theatre Commander of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major- Gen. Oluyinka Soyele, claimed on Friday the special brigade of the Nigerian Army has killed scores of Lakurawa fighters and destroyed 22 camps in Kebbi and Sokoto States.
Soyele disclosed this to journalists in Sokoto.
The commander, who spoke through the Acting General Officer Commanding (GOC), 8 Division of Nigerian Army, Sokoto, Brig. Gen. Ibikunle Ajose, Soyele said the special brigade was deployed by the Chief of Defense Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa for the exercise.
He added that the troops destroyed several camps in fresh onslaughts against the Lakurawa terrorists.
He charged the troops to ensure total destruction of the Lakurawas sect and enjoined them to abide by the rules of engagement and ensure the protection of law-abiding citizens.
The commander said: “The special operation was to ensure total elimination of the Lakurawa sect in Sokoto and Kebbi States.
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“The operation reached forests and enclaves at Rumji Dutse East of Sarma, Tsauna and Bauni, Malgatawa, Gargao, Tsauna and Magara forests in Kebbi State.
“Other areas raided by the troops include Kaideji, Nakuru, Sama, Sanyinna, Kadidda, Kolo, and Dancha villages in Illela, Tangaza, and Binji local government areas of Sokoto state.
“Four rifles and 409 PKT 7.62mm NATO and 94 pieces of 7.62mm special rounds ammunition were recovered beside the destruction of about 22 camps, neutralization of several members of the sect.”
