The Kaduna State Government has been informed by the military authorities that troops foiled an attack and neutralized five terrorists in Kwanan Bataro of Giwa local government area.
Samuel Aruwan ,the Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and
Home Affairs, Kaduna State, in a statement,explained that according to
the operational feedback, the troops who were conducting clearance
patrols in Giwa LGA received credible intelligence of terrorists’
movement towards Fatika town.
The troops then mobilised to Marke and Ruheya in response.
The outlaws were sighted and attempted to escape the advancing forces.
The troops however cut off their escape route at Kwanan Bataro, and
engaged them in a firefight, during which five of the terrorists were
neutralized. The troops returned to base after clearing the area.