Six Lakurawa terrorists and five soldiers k!lled in Sokoto gun battle

Troops of the Defence Headquarters Special Operations Brigade conducted a coordinated offensive operation against Lakurawa terrorists in the Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State, k!lling six suspects. 

The Coordinator of the Joint Media Coordination Centre, Operation Fansan Yamma, Lt. Col. Abubakar Abdullahi, who made this known in a statement on Thursday, January 16, 2025, said the operation led to an intense firefight, during which five soldiers lost their lives. 

“The troops recovered the following items from the operation, four AK-47 rifles, 160 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and 1 box of 12.7mm ammunition,” the statement read. 

“Despite this success, the operation came at a heavy cost, as five gallant soldiers tragically lost their lives in the line of duty.”

He calls on the public to remain vigilant and alert in their communities.

The statement also urged the public to report any suspicious activities related to terrorism or security threats in the Gudu LGA and surrounding areas to security agencies

“Public cooperation is crucial for protecting lives and maintaining peace in our communities,” he added.