In a decisive counter-insurgency operation, the Nigerian Army successfully eliminated Maikusa, identified as the second-in-command in the notorious terrorists’ cell operating in Katsina state.
Maikusa was a key member of the bandit group led by the infamous terrorist, Modi Modi.
According to Army spokesperson Onyema Nwachukwu, the operation took place on Monday in Kurfi and Safana Local Government Areas of Katsina State. The troops engaged in a fierce shootout, encountering vehement resistance from the violent extremists.
Nwachukwu stated, “The ferocious operation also resulted in the successful clearance of terrorists’ enclaves in these areas.
“During the operation, troops encountered vehement resistance from the violent extremists, but gallantly overpowered the terrorists with superior firepower neutralizing some while others fled in disarray.
“After the firefight, the troops recovered two AK-47 rifles, three magazines, 65 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammunition, a locally fabricated gun and camouflage uniform.”
Additionally, troops destroyed terrorists’ camps in various villages, namely Wurma, Shaiskawa, Yauni, Dogon Marke in Kurfi LGA, as well as Ummadau and Zakka villages in Safana LGA.
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The Army remains committed to maintaining an aggressive posture in the region to clear remnants of the terrorists’ cell and ensure safety and security in the area.
