Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) exploded and killed two suspected terrorists in Barikin Daji village of Talata Marafa Local Government while testing the devices in an established camp of extremists leader, Bello Turji, in Zamfara State, Northwest of Nigeria.
According to Zagazola, a security analyst and counterinsurgency expert in Lake Chad, the incident occurred in Barikin Daji Village and Dan Bagudu Hills, both located in Talata Mafara Local Government Area.
“The explosion is said to have resulted from an IED mishap during a high-risk testing exercise conducted by the bandits under the supervision of a key lieutenant of Turji, identified as Dogo Auta,” he said.
He quoted his source as saying, “Extremist groups had recently received a consignment of weapons, ammunition, and IED-making materials transported via camels to the camp. The materials were reportedly intended to facilitate increased attacks in the area as directed by Turji.”
His statement further reads, “The explosion caused panic among residents of nearby communities, including Garin Gwale Village, forcing many to flee their homes out of fear of further attacks.”
Zagalola noted that extremist groups in the northwest are increasingly adopting IEDs to target military bases, patrol teams, and civilian areas.
He warned that the abundance of explosives from illegal mining activities in the region could further exacerbate the situation, leading to heightened security threats.
