Three Civilians Wounded as Troops Foil Fresh Terrorist Assault on Zamfara Military Base

Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully repelled another terrorist attack on a forward operating base in Zamfara State, leaving three civilians injured during the exchange of gunfire.

The latest assault occurred in the early hours of Friday at the military formation in Moriki, located in Zurmi Local Government Area, according to security sources.

The sources said the terrorists launched the attack at about 1 a.m., advancing on the base from different directions in an apparent attempt to overrun the troops.

However, soldiers on duty reportedly held their ground and engaged the attackers in a fierce gun battle, forcing the assailants to abandon the mission and retreat.

Although no casualty was reported among the troops, three civilians living around the area sustained gunshot wounds during the incident.

The injured victims were immediately evacuated to a medical facility for treatment, while security operatives reinforced the area to forestall any fresh attacks.

The development marks the second failed attempt by suspected terrorists to overrun military positions in Zamfara within two days.

On Thursday, troops similarly repelled an attack on another military base at Gwashi in Bukuyyum Local Government Area after suspected terrorists attempted to infiltrate the position.

The soldiers engaged the attackers in a gun duel, compelling them to withdraw without breaching the military formation.

The repeated attacks underscore the persistent security challenges facing parts of Zamfara, where security forces have continued offensive and defensive operations against armed groups operating across the state.