Nigerian Army troops engaged in counterterrorism operations in the North East, in collaboration with Hybrid Forces, achieved significant success on Wednesday, March 27, 2024.
During a clearance operation targeting Boko Haram/Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) enclaves within the Gori general area, located in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, troops neutralized one terrorist and made substantial recoveries.
In a statement issued by the military, it was revealed that the operation involved a fierce firefight, resulting in the successful neutralization of one terrorist.
”In a fierce firefight, the troops successfully overpowered and, neutralized one terrorist, rescued several rustled cattle and recovered arms and ammunition from the terrorists.
”The recovered arms included 2 AK-47 rifles, 38 rounds of 7.62 mm special ammunition, AK-47 Magazines, one Improvised Explosive Device and one motorcycle,” the statement read.
In a separate offensive operation conducted in Katsina State, troops engaged terrorist camps in the Garin Rinji general area of Batsari Local Government Area.
During the operation, two terrorists were neutralized in a gun battle.
”The gallant troops overwhelmed the insurgents with superior firepower, destroyed several hideouts and recovered two motorcycles and 25 rustled livestock during the operation.
”Troops are still sustaining offensive operations to clear terrorists in the general area,” the statement noted.
