The Nigerian Army says its troops foiled a terrorist attack in the early hours of Saturday in Zamfara State.

According to a statement on the Army’s official X page, the incident happened at about 1:40 a.m. at a military base in Kasuwan Daji, Kaura Namoda LGA.

The Army said the attackers tried to breach the facility under darkness, but alert troops engaged them with heavy fire. The assailants were forced to retreat.

In a follow-up pursuit, troops rescued 9 civilians who had been abducted from nearby communities during the attack.

The Army confirmed the death of one officer and one policeman during the exchange. Two soldiers who sustained injuries have been flown out for treatment and are said to be stable.

The statement added that troops are still combing the area to assess the impact on the attackers and to secure surrounding communities.

The Army also addressed rumors online claiming 6 personnel died, saying the figure is false.

It reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining operations across the North West until peace is restored.

Source: Nigerian Army X.