Sources learnt that, in the early hours of today, JTF members were
tipped off about a suspected terrorist hideout in the Anguwan Jaji area
of Potiskum. The JTF reportedly cordoned off the area.
“In the process of searching the area, improvised explosive devices
were thrown at our troops,” confirmed Lieutenant Lazarus speaking from
Damaturu, the Yobe State capital.
Our sources said that the JTF then engaged the suspected terrorists
in an exchange of gunfire. Lieutenant Lazarus disclosed that some arms
were recovered and that a search was still ongoing in the area.
According to the JTF, the recovered arms and equipment included two
AK 47 rifles, three burnt AK 47 rifles, and one rocket propelled
grenade. Other seized equipment included seven RPGs, three RPG chargers,
two bullet proof jackets, 1,367 (7.62mm) ammunition, 10 unexploded IEDs
and 42 assorted rifle magazines. In addition, the JTF confiscated a
blue Honda Civic car, two Toyota Hilux cars, one motorcycle, two
generating sets, six spare tires, one VHS video cassette, one hard
drive, one laptop computer, several SIM cards, one gas cylinder and four
vehicle number plates.
The JTF appealed to residents of Potiskum to remain calm, describing the situation as “under control.”
Lieutenant Lazarus explained that no member of the task force had
sustained any serious injuries in the fight. “Only one of our men had a
slight leg injury,” he said. He said he was unable to discuss the extent
of damage inflicted on the terrorists. “We are still working and have
not ascertained now,” he said, adding, “All that you should know is we
are on top.”
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