Troops Intercept Terrorists’ Movement, Kill Four, Arrest Collaborators
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have intercepted a movement of suspected terrorists in the North-East, killing four insurgents and arresting others in a swift, intelligence-led operation aimed at disrupting their logistics and infiltration routes.
The military said the operations were carried out under Operation DESERT SANITY V, with sustained pressure on terrorist elements across key locations in the North-East.
In one of the engagements, troops in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force intercepted terrorists moving from Yale towards the Sambisa Forest axis. During the encounter, four terrorists were neutralised, while an AK-47 rifle with ammunition and food items suspected to be part of terrorist logistics were recovered.
The troops, according to the military, returned safely to base without casualties.
The statement added that ongoing aggressive operations along major routes, including Dambboa–Maiduguri, Dambboa–Gwoza, and the Goniri axis, have significantly restricted terrorists’ freedom of movement and operational activities.
In a related development, troops deployed at Kanama arrested two suspected terrorist collaborators during a stop-and-search operation. Items recovered from the suspects included clothing and personal effects believed to be linked to terrorist logistics support.
Preliminary investigations also revealed incriminating digital materials suggesting possible ties to terrorist groups. The suspects are currently in custody for further investigation.
The military further disclosed that one suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP member surrendered at a checkpoint in Kukawa Local Government Area, claiming he was abducted and forced into the group earlier in the year.
He is currently undergoing profiling and further investigation.
The military high command commended the troops for their resilience and urged them to sustain the operational tempo.
It also reassured residents of the region of its commitment to restoring peace and security, while calling on the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies.