Troops repel terrorists in Sokoto, rescue civilian

Troops of the Nigerian Army, working with operatives of the Department of State Services, have repelled suspected terrorists during a security operation in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
According to security sources, the operation took place around 2:50 am on May 14 after intelligence reports indicated terrorist activity near Lugu village.
Security analyst Zagazola Makama shared on X that troops reportedly engaged the armed suspects in a gun battle, forcing them to flee towards the Bafarawa area.
Following the encounter, the troops conducted follow-up operations around Danzanke in Modachi village and along a riverside near a damaged bridge in the area.
During the oper...