A notorious terrorist kingpin, ‘Kalamu,’ was among the terrorists neutralised during the ambush operation conducted by Special Forces of 8 Division in Sokoto State on Monday.
The Military sources who confirmed the development said that the villagers of several communities in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of the state, who have suffered kidnapping for ransom and attacks, trooped out to the streets jubilating the successful operation of the troops.
It was reported that troops of 8 Division of the Nigerian Army, in a daring offensive operation on Monday thwarted an attempt by heavily armed terrorists to invade a Sokoto community and embark on a kidnapping spree.
“In the early hours of December 8, 2025, 8 Division Special Forces stormed bandits hideout around Kurawa village Sabon Birni LGA.” Source declared
“The terrorists were attempting to attack Tara village in Sabon Birni LGA which was thwarted.
“Troops neutralised 11 terrorists and captured eight AK 47 rifles, five extra magazines and 26 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition.”
It was gathered that the successful offensive against the bandits is in furtherance of troops action to deny criminal elements and non state actors, freedom of action.
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