Bandits Attack Kaduna Military Base, 11 Dead, Injure 19
At least no fewer than 11 soldiers were feared killed by suspected terrorists in a military base at Birnin-Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State. THE PUNCH reports.
As reported by THE PUNCH, a source whose brother was among the soldiers killed by bloodthirsty terrorists told REPORTERS on Tuesday. Information Guide Nigeria
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According to a source, the bloodthirsty terrorists in large numbers invaded and engaged the soldiers at the military base at Polwire village, 19 other soldiers were injured.
He said the bandits, riding on motorcycles and carrying AK47 rifles, engaged the soldiers in a gun battle for more than two hours before the terrorists eventually subdued them (soldiers).
The terrorists, it was learnt, razed the troops’ Armoured Personnel Carrier after they had overwhelmed them. jamb results
The bandits ran away with weapons after dislodging the soldiers.
Another source, also told one of our correspondents that the casualty figures on the side of soldiers might be more, adding that three civilians were killed.
“Two of the civilians were members of a vigilante group while one was a traveller,” he added.
Meanwhile, the chairman of the Birnin Gwari Emirate Progressive Union, Ishaq Usman Kasai, who also confirmed the death of three vigilante operatives, added that the attack took place on Sunday around 3pm.
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Live, Study and Work in Canada. No Payment is Required! Hurry Now click here to Apply >> Immigrate to CanadaHe added that the terrorists suspected to be the Ansaru were believed to be coming from Niger State when they attacked the military base.
Kasai, however, noted that normalcy has gradually returned to Birnin Gwari who had been under intense attack.
“When we heard we had to run and seek refuge elsewhere. Most of the residents slept outside Birnin Gwari town,” he added.
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