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Nigerian Army Repels Terrorist Attacks, Kills Over 200 Insurgents in Niger State

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Nigerian troops have launched a counterattack against terrorists in Niger State, resulting in the deaths of over 200 insurgents, according to reports. The operation, which began on July 22, 2025, saw troops engage in a fierce gun battle with terrorists attempting to infiltrate the state from Zamfara. The military claimed to have killed many terrorists, recovered 18 motorcycles, and destroyed AK-47 rifles.

Key Takeaways:

  • Nigerian Army troops have killed over 200 terrorists in Niger State as part of Operation Forest Sanity III.
  • The operation, launched on July 22, 2025, was a response to intelligence about terrorist movements in the area.
  • Troops have recovered 18 motorcycles, AK-47 rifles, and other weapons from the terrorists.
  • A soldier paid the supreme price during the operation.
  • Residents of Rijau and surrounding communities have expressed gratitude to the Nigerian Army for their efforts in repelling the terrorist attacks.
  • Intelligence suggests that some insurgents are still regrouping in the Kotonkoro Forest, located in Mariga LGA of Niger State.
  • Security operatives have arrested a former councillor for Shambo Ward in Rijau LGA, Mamman Wazo, for allegedly claiming ownership of cows recovered from armed bandits.
  • Troops have rescued 138 kidnapped victims and arrested several terrorist collaborators in ongoing operations across Zamfara, Borno, and Adamawa States.

Statistics:

  • Over 200 terrorists killed in Niger State as part of Operation Forest Sanity III.
  • 18 motorcycles recovered from terrorists.
  • 8 AK-47 rifles with loaded magazines recovered from terrorists.
  • 95 terrorists eliminated in major airstrikes around Ragada and Warari villages in Rijau LGA of Niger State.
  • 13 terrorists managed to escape after airstrikes, with approximately 95 killed.
  • 138 kidnapped victims rescued in ongoing operations.
  • 32 kidnapped victims released to the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA).
  • 5 AK-47 rifles and 1 DUSHKA gun recovered in separate non-kinetic efforts.
  • 1 soldier killed during the operation.

Sources:

  • Army Headquarters Facebook post (July 23, 2025)
  • News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) (July 23, 2025)
  • Daily Trust (July 23, 2025)
  • AllAfrica Global Media (July 23, 2025)
  • Copyright 2025 Daily Trust. All rights reserved. Distributed by AllAfrica Global Media (allAfrica.com).

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