Sokoto Security Guard Mistakenly Shoots Self to Death After Rescuing Kidnap Victims
- A Sokoto State Community Guard operative died from an accidental discharge after rescuing 66 kidnap victims in a joint operation
- The operation, led by the Nigerian Army, took place in Tidibali Forest and resulted in the neutralization of several bandits
- The Sokoto government vows to sustain efforts to combat banditry and restore peace to the state
A Sokoto State Community Guard Corps operative tragically lost his life due to an accidental discharge shortly after participating in a high-stakes operation that rescued 66 kidnap victims.
The joint operation, led by the Nigerian Army, was conducted on Monday in Tidibali Forest, located in the eastern part of Sokoto State. The operation targeted criminal groups in the area and was hailed as a significant success in the state’s ongoing efforts to combat banditry.
Sokoto has been the centre of attention in recent times over claims of the presence of a foreign base in the state. Image just for illustration.Source: Getty Images
Governor’s aide confirms incident
Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Colonel Ahmed Usman (rtd), Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu on Security, confirmed the unfortunate incident.
“The incident occurred shortly after the team returned to their base from the operation,” Usman said.
“The operative was handling his firearm when it accidentally discharged, fatally wounding him. He succumbed to his injuries shortly afterward.”
Usman praised the success of the operation, which was supported by the state government as part of its intensified efforts to curb criminal activities.
Sokoto winning war against insurgence
“So far, 66 kidnap victims have been successfully rescued, and several bandits have been neutralized during the operation,” he said.
“This is part of an ongoing initiative to rid the state of banditry and other criminal elements.”
Residents of Isa Local Government Area reported that the rescued victims were brought to Isa town following the operation. The victims are believed to be receiving necessary care and support while authorities work to reunite them with their families.
Sokoto residents speak on claims of French Army’s presence
Earlier, TheTalk.NG reported that residents of border communities in Sokoto state had dismissed the allegations of the presence of the French army within the border area of the country.
As reported by The Nigerian Tribune, the residents noted that Balle town and other communities maintained relations with Nigerien communities, and at no time had they sighted a French military camp.
According to The Punch on Sunday, December 29, its reporter visited the border communities, and no foreign soldier was sighted in Gudu and Tangaza local government areas (LGAs) of Sokoto state.
Ribadu sends warning message to Lakurawa
Earlier, TheTalk.NG reported that Nuhu Ribadu, the national security adviser (NSA), vowed that security agencies would flush out the Lakurawa terrorist group from Nigeria.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of the comptroller-general of the Customs conference in Abuja, Ribadu accused Lakurawa of daring Tinubu. According to him, ‘nobody dares President Bola Tinubu and gets away with it’.
Source: TheTalk.NG
