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    Troops intercept large quantity of ammunition supplied to bandits in Birnin Gwari    - Courier in custody for investigation      In another significant breakthrough, troops of Operation Forest Sanity have intercepted a large quantity of ammunition being conveyed to bandits by a courier around Polewire in Birnin Gwari LGA.    According to a report forwarded to the Kaduna State Government, the troops followed up on credible intelligence...

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Troops Repel ISWAP Terrorist Attack in Damasak   By: Zagazola Makama    Nigerian troops stationed in Damasak successfully repelled a coordinated attack by fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) late yesterday evening, military sources have confirmed.   Zagazola Makama learnt that the  attempted assault on the military positions occurred at approximately 9:00 p.m. (2100hrs), when suspected ISWAP insurgents launched a surprise offensive on the...

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Troops intercept suspected ISWAP logistics suppliers, recover food and veterinary supplies in Borno   By Zagazola Makama   Troops of the 19 Battalion (Motorised), in conjunction with the 25 Brigade Garrison, have intercepted suspected logistics suppliers to the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State.   Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation was carried out at about 2:30 p.m. on July 15 during a routine...

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Borno troops repel Boko Haram attack in Hawul, one killed By: Zagazola Makama Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have successfully repelled simultaneous attacks by ISWAP terrorists on Jihuhi and Harang villages in Hawul Local Government Area of Borno State, leaving one person dead. Sources told Zagazola Makama that on Jan. 27 at about 1630 hours, the terrorists invaded the villages, firing indiscriminately and setting several houses ablaze. The attack fatally injured Adamu Inusa, also known as...

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