Army intercepts courier with 180 explosives in Zamfara
Nigerian Army troops intercepted a courier with 180 Super Power explosives in Zamfara, preventing their delivery to terrorists. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-intercepts-courier-with-180-explosives-in-zamfara-2/
In Zamfara State, the Joint Task Force North West, part of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, intercepted a suspect carrying 180 units of 20mm Super Power explosives. The suspect, 57-year-old Sani Umar, was allegedly transporting the explosives from Gusau to Jibia in Katsina State. A search of his vehicle revealed the explosives. The suspect, vehicle, and the recovered explosives are currently in military custody for further investigation.
Simultaneously, troops engaged terrorists in Birnin Magaji Local Government Area, resulting in the deaths of two suspected terrorists and recovery of weapons and ammunition. Another group of terrorists attempted to ambush the troops but were repelled. The military reported that the operations demonstrated the persistent offensive stance of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, aiming to disrupt terrorist activities and their supply chains.
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