Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency publication focused on
the Lake Chad region, says members of the Lakurawa terrorist group have been
retreating in the wake of a fusillade from troops.
Makama reports that the coordinated air and ground attacks
targeted Lakurawa camps in Kebbi and Sokoto states, leading to the seizure of
livestock, a vital revenue stream for the group.
The report noted that the attacks were in collaboration with
the air component of Operation Fansan Yamma and Operation Farautar Mujiya.
Makama added that the group is withdrawing towards Borgu, a
“strategic area near the Nigeria-Benin border”, due to incessant bombardment
from the military.
“Known for its remote terrain and access to cross-border
livestock and grain markets, Borgu has historically provided cover for the
group’s operations and trade-based income sources,” the report reads.
“The Lakurawa group’s retreat suggests a possible attempt to
exploit less-monitored border regions to regroup and re-establish revenue
streams.
“Intelligence suggests the group may move further south
toward Ilesha Bariba in Kwara state, near the Benin border, where their illicit
activities might evade closer scrutiny.
“With ongoing operations, security forces are advised to
monitor key crossings and market areas in Borgu and Ilesha Bariba to anticipate
potential regrouping or the establishment of new smuggling routes that could
sustain Lakurawa’s activities.”
‘TROOPS RECOVER
STOLEN CATTLE’
Makama reports that the troops, drawn from Headquarters 1
Brigade and 1 Battalion, were deployed in Kalgo village.
The publication quotes intelligence sources as saying that
the suspected terrorists abandoned the cattle and fled as troops advanced.
“The recovered livestock was returned to rightful owners in
Mera village, Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi state,” the report said.
“Sources confirmed that intensified operations are ongoing
to secure the broader area and prevent further incursions by the armed group.
“This recovery operation comes amid a rising threat from
Lakurawa terrorists across Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara states.”
The report added that suspected members of the same group
also raided Kura village in Soron Yamma ward, Binji LGA, on Tuesday.
“The attackers seized a large number of livestock but
reportedly did not harm or abduct any villagers, according to local sources,”
the report added.
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