The Nigerian Air Component of Operation Fansan Yanma has neutralised scores of terrorists in a joint operation in Gwashi, Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation followed a heavy gun battle between ground troops and the terrorists, which lasted over an hour.
The sources said the terrorists had engaged the troops in a heavy gun battle. Amidst the battle one guntruck was gutted by fire. However, the troops successfully subdued the insurgents.
However, the air component swiftly intervened, delivering precision airstrikes that neutralised a significant number of the assailants.
“The air force was able to neutralise scores of them, while the ground troops pursued the fleeing terrorists,” the source added.Tap Here To Read Full Details