Nigerian troops of One Division, Nigerian Army operating in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, say they have killed five bandits and recovered four AK-7 rifles.
Musa Yahaya, acting deputy director, Army Public Relations One Division Nigerian Army, made the disclosure in a statement in Kaduna.
Yahaya, a lieutenant colonel, said in continuation of the onslaught against bandits and other criminal elements terrorising the North Western part of the country, the troops operating in Chikun local government area of Kaduna state have conducted clearance operation on road Kanti-Tantatu in Kubusu forest and Kaso hills general area in Kaduna state.
He disclosed that the operation which started on Thursday till early hours of Friday, dealt a heavy blow on the criminals, neutralising five bandits as well as capturing four AK 47 rifles, six AK 47 magazines and 24 rounds of 7.62mm.
Others included three motorcycles, one matchet, two handsets and some charms.
According to the General Officer Commanding one Division Nigerian Army and Force Commander Joint Task Force Operation, Whirl Punch, Maj-Gen Taoreed Lagbaja, expressed satisfaction in the conduct of troops and commended their commitment and resilience during the operation.
