From:Femi Oyelola, Kaduna
Troops of the Nigerian Army yesterday repelled bandits around the Fondisho general area, along the Kaduna-Zaria road in Igabi local government.
This was contained in a statement by the Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Kaduna State, Samuel Aruwan and made it available to the media in Kaduna.
The statement stated that the troops, responding quickly to credible intelligence, set up an ambush position at the location.
“On entering the area, the bandits sprang the ambush and came under intense fire as they were stoutly repelled by the troops. Two of the criminals were thus neutralized.
“The Kaduna State Government received the feedback with satisfaction and praised the troops for their swiftness in responding to intelligence reports.
“The Government conveyed its appreciation to the troops and other security forces while encouraging them to sustain the determined efforts to rout all criminal elements.
“Since many of the bandits escaped with gunshot wounds, the Government hereby appeals to communities in the general area to report any questionable persons seeking medical attention. The security operations room can be reached at 09034000060 and 08170189999”, the statement said.
