Troops of Sector III of Operation Hadin Kai and the Multi-National Joint Task Force (MNJTF) successfully thwarted an attempted terrorist attack on the town of Monguno in Borno state.
This is contained in a statement on Friday by the spokesperson of the sector, Babatunde Zubairu.
According to Captain Zubairu, various weapons and logistics were recovered during the operation, including an AK 47 rifle with two-loaded magazines, mobile phones, and five recently acquired motorcycles.
“Following credible intelligence reports on the activities of terrorists, troops in conjunction with the Hybrid Forces swiftly and professionally responded to an infiltration attempt by terrorists on the Bakassi Response Area in Monguno town.
“Two of the terrorists were neutralised while some fled with severe gunshot wounds.
“One AK 47 rifle with two-loaded magazines was captured along with several items which include mobile phones and five newly acquired motorcycles,” Mr Zubairu said.
Captain Zubairu said Five individuals were also apprehended around the area but were later released after an investigation revealed that they had no connection to the terrorists.
“In compliance and adherence to the International Humanitarian Law as well as international best practices on armed conflicts, the troops profiled the suspects and thereafter handed them over in good health and sound minds to their respective families and authority.”
The Sector Commander, Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, commended the troops for their bravery and professionalism in the fight against the insurgents and called for more collaboration and support from local communities for maximum results.
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