Troops Neutralise 9 Suspected Terrorists In Borno

The troops of Operation Hadin Kai Joint Taskforce North-East have killed nine (9) suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists and recovered ammunitions in fierce operations against the terrorists in Konduga, Bama and Gwoza local government areas of Borno State.

Spokesman of Operation Hadin Kai, Captain Reuben Kovangiya, in a statement on Wednesday in Maiduguri, said the troops also foiled the terrorists’ attempt to lay mines on a bridge along Marte – Dikwa Road.

Ammunitions recovered from the terrorists during the encounters include two heavy Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and IED equipment.

“In line with the directives from the military high command, the troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), supported by the Air Component OPHK have sustained series of offensive operations, including ambushes and fighting patrols in the North-East, leading to the neutralization of 9 terrorists, recovery of AK-47 Rifles and PKT Machine guns in Konduga, Bama and Gwoza Local Government general areas.

“Troops also thwarted terrorists’ attempt to lay mines on a bridge along road Marte – Dikwa, recovering 2 heavy Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) and IED equipment from the terrorists, following a firefight,” Captain Reuben disclosed in the statement.

He said the sustained operations highlight OPHK’s determination to deny the insurgents freedom of action.