Troops repel attack on construction workers, neutralise 2 terrorists in Katsina, Kebbi

Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma, have repelled multiple terrorist attacks in Katsina and Kebbi States, neutralising two terrorists, rescuing abducted construction workers, and intercepting illicit drugs in coordinated operations.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Media Information Officer of the Task Force, Lt. Col. Aliyu Danja, and released on Saturday.
According to the statement, troops of Sector 2 responded to reported terrorist activities in Kankia Local Government Area of Katsina State on Friday, August 14.
“Following a fierce firefight, the troops neutralized two terrorists, forcing the remaining elements to retreat and flee the ...