Troops neutralise terrorists and gunmen in Borno and Plateau raids
In recent military operations, Nigerian troops targeted insurgents and armed criminals in Borno and Plateau States. Lt Col Sani Uba and Capt Chinonso Oteh confirmed the offensives, which involved air and ground strikes. The actions resulted in significant losses for the terrorists and the recovery of weapons. Community leaders called for increased security following further attacks by suspected bandits.
What happened
- Troops of Operation Hadin Kai neutralised over 30 insurgents and destroyed several boats at the Lake Chad waterways around the Kaniram Island axis in Borno State.
- Precision-guided strikes in the Sambisa Forest axis destroyed three gun trucks and resulted in more terrorist casualties, with evidence of mass burials by ISWAP elements.
- In Plateau State, Operation Enduring Peace troops ambushed and killed two armed gunmen in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, recovering weapons and ammunition.
- Suspected bandits killed two persons in a night attack on the Kuru community in Jos South Local Government Area.
- Community representatives, including Rwang Tengwong and Dangwang Elisha, urged authorities to intensify security efforts to protect rural areas.
