The 148 battalion of the Nigerian army, which is currently conducting clearance operations across Kogi and Kwara States is recording heavy success as the troops operating in Kogi and Kwara Overran bandits.
The assertion comes ahead of recent claims on the social media platforms alleging that bandits seized troops and captured their weapons and ammunition.
Lt. Col. Polycarp Okoye, The Spokesperson of 2nd Division Nigerian army dismissed the report in a statement he issued on Monday stating that the reverse was the case.
He said
“Contrary to the sensational claims, troops of 148 Battalion (Rear) conducting ongoing clearance operations have continued to record significant operational successes.
“In a recent engagement, the troops mounted a strong blocking position along Kwara-Ekiti border axis, where they neutralized two armed bandits and recovered two brand new AK-47 rifles.
“At no time where Army positions overrun, nor was any cache of weapons or ammunition lost to the criminals, as mischievously reported by some online platforms.
“The publication is a fabrication designed to mislead the public and undermine the morale of gallant troops delligently working to restore peace and stability in the region”
A source from the military revealed yesterday to the Nation, How the Nigerian army is working tirelessly with the sister services to eliminate a wanted terrorist Kingpin, Kachalla Maidawa, and 11 of his foot soldiers, in the ongoing operation against the bandits and all other terrorists in Kwara and Kogi States.
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