The Nigerian Army has reported the elimination of several militants and the destruction of 18 motorcycles used by armed groups during coordinated military operations conducted across the northwestern states of Zamfara, Kebbi, and Niger.
In a statement issued by the Nigerian Defence Headquarters, troops conducted a series of clearance and follow-up operations targeting known hideouts of criminal elements responsible for ongoing instability in the region. The operations, part of intensified efforts to curb banditry and terrorism, led to the recovery of assorted weapons, ammunition, and tactical equipment.
While the military achieved significant gains, the Army also confirmed the loss of one Nigerian soldier in the clashes, a reminder of the high cost paid by security forces in the effort to restore peace and stability.
The destroyed motorcycles were believed to be used by militants for swift raids, ambushes, and escapes through rugged terrain, particularly in remote forested regions where ground mobility plays a vital role in guerrilla-style attacks.
Military sources stated that the operations would continue in phases, with a focus on dismantling logistical networks and denying militants freedom of movement across state borders. Locals in several cleared communities have reportedly cooperated with security forces, offering intelligence on militant movements and safe havens.
The latest action follows a string of offensives aimed at combating the persistent threat posed by bandit groups, many of which have morphed into well-armed militias involved in kidnappings, extortion, and attacks on rural communities.
The Nigerian military has vowed to sustain pressure on these armed elements and has urged citizens to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity to security agencies.
