Troops Repel Ambush on GOC’s Convoy, Neutralise Five Lakurawa Terrorists in Kebbi

Troops Repel Ambush on GOC’s Convoy, Neutralise Five Lakurawa Terrorists in Kebbi

Troops of the Nigerian Army escorting the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division, Bemgha Koughna, have repelled an attempted ambush and neutralised five suspected Lakurawa terrorists near Mayama Hill in Kebbi State.

The incident occurred as the GOC’s convoy was moving through a volatile forest corridor en route to visit frontline troops deployed in the state. Security sources said the convoy came under intense gunfire from armed elements believed to be members of the Lakurawa group, who attempted to exploit the terrain to launch a surprise attack.

The escorting troops responded swiftly with superior firepower, foiling what was described as a potentially deadly ambush and forcing the attackers to retreat. No casualties were recorded among the soldiers or the convoy.

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Following the engagement, the troops conducted a thorough sweep of the area, recovering a cache of weapons and other items believed to belong to the fleeing terrorists. Items recovered included one OJC gun, one PKT machine gun, two AK-47 rifles, four AK-47 magazines, a bandolier of PKT ammunition, 12.7mm rounds, a camel bag containing ₦840,000, two mobile phones, and five motorcycles.

Confirming the incident, the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 8 Division, Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, said the attack occurred during the GOC’s operational movement to assess deployments and boost troop morale. He noted that the swift and decisive response of the soldiers secured the convoy and disrupted the terrorists’ plans.

Military authorities said troops remain deployed and vigilant in the Mayama Hill axis and surrounding forest routes, maintaining dominance to prevent further attacks and track down any fleeing elements.

The operation, according to the Army, underscores its commitment to protecting civilians, securing major routes, and eliminating terrorist threats across the North-West region amid sustained security operations.

Troops Repel Ambush on GOC’s Convoy, Neutralise Five Lakurawa Terrorists in Kebbi