No less than 16 terrorists including two top commanders have been killed after two groups attacked each other in Maru local government area of Zamfara State early Friday morning.
According to counter-insurgency expert and security analyst in the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, who posted the news on .
Writing about the incident, Makama said:
“In a shocking incident, a group of terrorists killed each other in a brutal clash between rival factions. The incident occurred in a remote area in northwestern Maru LGA where the terrorists had caused chaos in a peaceful community.
“According to sources, the clash occurred when one of the factions tried to control strategic areas controlled by the opposing group. The fighting was fierce, both sides suffered heavy losses.
“Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that at least 16 terrorists were killed in the clash, including several bandit commanders, prominent among whom were Alhaji Nagala and Maikube.
“The source said that the rival factions have been at odds for months, and tensions have increased in recent weeks. The clash is seen as a major blow to the terrorist organization, which has been weakened by internal divisions and infighting.
“The authorities welcomed the news, stating that the eradication of terrorists is a positive development in the fight against terrorism.
“This incident is a clear indication that terrorists are capable of attacking each other, and that their ideology is rooted in violence and destruction.”
16 bandits including 2 top Terrorist Commanders, Alhaji Nagala and Maikube, Killed in Rival Clash in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
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— Zagazola (@ZagazOlaMakama) June 21, 2024
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