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Militants Ambush Troops in Nigeria: 6 Dead, 62 Rescued

1/21/2026

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Five soldiers and one police officer were killed in an ambush by militants in Zamfara state, northwest Nigeria, on Monday, the Nigerian army said.
The attack occurred as troops responded to a prior incident, and Army spokesman David Adewusi said the troops engaged the attackers to prevent further harm.
In separate operations, the military rescued 62 hostages and killed two militants, highlighting ongoing efforts against armed groups in the region.

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Five soldiers and one police officer were killed in an ambush by militants in Zamfara state, northwest Nigeria, on Monday, the Nigerian army said.
The attack occurred as troops responded to a prior incident, and Army spokesman David Adewusi said the troops engaged the attackers to prevent further harm.
In separate operations, the military rescued 62 hostages and killed two militants, highlighting ongoing efforts against armed groups in the region.