Insecurity: Troops kill over 20 terrorists in Borno

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), supported by the Air Component and local security outfits, have killed over 20 terrorists during a week-long operation in various parts of Borno State.

This was contained in statement made available to Defence Correspondents in Abuja on Tuesday Lt.-Col. Sani Uba, Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force OPHK, 

It explained that several terrorists’ logistics suppliers and collaborators were apprehended during the week operations that span the general areas of Gujba, Gubio, Sabsawa, Whumtakum in Chibok Local Government Area of the state; Mandarari in Konduga Local Government Area; Gajigana in Magumeri LGA; and Konduga, Banki, and Loskori Kura in Mafa LGA.

The statement reads, ” Troops, during the operation, recovered several terrorists’ AK-47 rifles, Rocket Propelled Grenade tubes and bombs, terrorist logistics items, and a large cache of 7.62mm ammunition. 

“They also safely detonated Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and intercepted 242 bags of NPK fertiliser believed to be destined for terrorists, who use it to make IEDs.

“The week-long offensives and strangulation efforts by the motivated troops have continued to deny terrorists’ freedom to operate, creating an enabling environment for socio-economic activities to thrive in the Northeast

It added that said the military high command had commended the gallant troops for their determination and dexterity and assured them of unwavering support to sustain the fight against insurgency.

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