Twenty-two camps of Lakurawa have been destroyed and several others have been killed by troops during Operation Fansan Yamma in Sokoto State.
The troops also recovered weapons and ammunition during their operations in the state.
The Acting General Commanding Officer, 8 Division and Commander Sector 2, Operation FASAN YAMMA, Brigadier General Ibikunle Ajose, made the revelation while addressing the Special Brigade deployed to crush Lakurawa in Sokoto and Kebbi states by the Chief of Defence Staff.
According to him, “Prior to the deployment of the Brigade, troops of 8 Division under the auspices of Operation FANSAN YAMMA had begun precursor and shaping operations into the forests and enclaves of Rumji Dutse East of Sarma, Tsauna and Bauni, Malgatawa, Gargao, Tsauna and Magara forest, Kaideji, Nakuru, Sama, Sanyinna, Kadidda, Kolo and Dancha villages in Illela, Tangaza, and Binji Local Government Areas.
“The operation has led to the destruction of about 22 camps, neutralization of several members of the sect, recovery of 4 rifles, 409 PKT 7.62mm NATO rounds, and 94 7.62mm special rounds of ammunition.”
He explained that the deployment of the Brigade would be an added impetus in frustrating the activities of the bandits and restoring normalcy to the affected communities and the North West in general.
The deployment, according to him, is to consolidate successes achieved in the ongoing precursor operation under Operation FOREST SANITY III (CHASE LAKURAWAS OUT).
Ajose charged the troops to ensure the total destruction of the Lakurawa sect, while urging them to abide by the rules of engagement and ensure the protection of lives and property of law-abiding citizens.
The Acting General Commanding Officer stated that the troops were selected and trained for the mission, saying that Nigerians are counting on their ability and professionalism to flush out the Lakurawa and bandits terrorizing their communities.