Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with hybrid forces and backed by intelligence from the Department of State Services (DSS), neutralised no fewer than 45 bandits on Friday evening in Iburu village, Shiroro Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State.
Security sources disclosed that upon intercepting intelligence indicating that terrorists riding several motorcycles were advancing to attack Iburu and neighbouring villages, the DSS promptly alerted soldiers on standby.
According to the sources, a fierce gunfight ensued, during which troops killed at least 45 terrorists.
Villagers reportedly counted no fewer than 40 bodies believed to be those of the bandits, along with dozens of motorcycles destroyed during the clash.
The sources further revealed that two members of the hybrid forces fighting alongside the soldiers lost their lives, while four others are receiving treatment for serious gunshot injuries at a public hospital in the state capital.
