Some Boko-Haram terrorists have been neutralized by troops of Operation Hadin-Kai (OPHK) in a recent offensive operations in Sambisa Forest, a popular hidden place of the terrorists in Borno State.
The operation, which took place on Sunday, is part of the military’s renewed offensive action against the terrorists, following the emergence of a new commander for OPHK.
According to a statement by the command’s spokesman, Reuben Kovangiya, the troops have recovered some assorted weapons from the terrorist group after neutralizing an undisclosed number.
“During the operation in Ladin Buttu, which is one of the key terrorist enclaves, troops engaged the insurgents in a fierce battle, leveraging their superior firepower and dexterity to neutralize five terrorists. The troops also recovered five fully loaded AK47 rifle magazines and other ordnance.
“Further operations in the area revealed signs of blood on the terrorists’ withdrawal routes, indicating that those who escaped suffered gunshot wounds. Ladin Buttu is a strategic location for the insurgents, allowing them to coordinate logistics and move within the forest,” he explained.
Kovangiya also noted that the leadership of the command has commended the troops for their bravery and tactical prowess.
He added that the exploit aligns with the recent operational directives of the Chief of Army Staff for invigorating offensive operations on all fronts.
