Troops kill one terrorist, capture another in Yobe
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 159 Battalion, in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), have neutralised one suspected terrorist and captured another during a fighting patrol in Geidam Local Government Area of Yobe State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops engaged the terrorists at about 12:05 p.m. on Oct. 5, 2026, at Abakuradi village in Geidam LGA.
During the encounter, the troops neutralised one terrorist, while another was captured alive.
The troops also recovered one AK-47 rifle from the terrorists.
The captured suspect is currently in military custody for further interrogation and necessary action.
