Three Soldiers Killed In Sokoto IED Explosion Buried

Three Nigerian soldiers killed in an improvised explosive device explosion during a security operation in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State have been laid to rest.

NEWSNGR had earlier reported that the soldiers died on Saturday after an IED suspected to have been planted by bandits exploded beneath their vehicle in Bargaja community.

Sources who spoke with Daily Trust said the troops were responding to a distress call from residents following an attack by bandits when the device detonated.

The incident has thrown families, colleagues and residents of the affected communities into mourning.

The Sokoto State Deputy Governor, Idris Muhammad Gobir, represented Governor Ahmed Aliyu at the funeral prayer held at Giginya Barracks, Sokoto.

“They lost their lives in the line of duty while protecting the lives and property of the community from the threat of criminal elements.

“We pray that Allah forgives them, grants them Aljannatul Firdausi, and gives their families and the military the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss,” Gobir said.

Gobir reaffirmed the state government’s support for security agencies battling insecurity in the state.

“The Sokoto State Government continues to stand with our security personnel in the fight against insurgents and bandits. We will keep providing the necessary support to troops to ensure peace returns to our border communities,” he added.

The deputy governor later visited injured personnel and other victims receiving treatment in the hospital.

Isa LGA lies along the Kamuku-Kuyambana forest belt stretching into Zamfara State, an area that has witnessed persistent bandit attacks.

Residents called for improved patrol equipment and mine-detection technology to reduce casualties among security personnel operating in the area.