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MNJTF troops destroy four ISWAP camps and kill five terrorists 

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MNJTF troops destroy four ISWAP camps and kill five terrorists 

By: Zagazola Makama

In continuation of its counter-insurgency operations in the Lake Chad Basin area, troops of the 242 Battalion, Multinational Joint Task Force, and Operation Hadin Kai have cleared four identified ISWAP settlements in the Lake Chad Basin and killed five terrorists.

It was gathered that the troop’s operation which commenced from Monguno on Dec. 4, saw the troops clearing ISWAP settlements in Ngurnoa, Gumnari, Nairawa, and Amburam villages in Monguno LGA.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert and security analyst in the Lake Chad region, that the terrorists fled the cleared enclaves in a bid to avoid being killed by the troops.

The sources said that on arrival at Amburam, troops had contact with the terrorists and engaged them in a firefight, which forced them to retreat into a canal in disarray.

The troops reported that about five terrorists were neutralized. However, troops could not secure pictures of the neutralized terrorists as they sank inside the water.

Meanwhile, troops recovered 1 x GPMG and 4 x AK 47 magazines in a shallow portion of the water body.

One soldier was wounded during the encounter and has since been evacuated by air to 7 DMSH Maiduguri for further medical attention.

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Troops Neutralise Intruder Near Military Position in Borno

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Troops Neutralise Intruder Near Military Position in Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of the 29 Task Force Brigade have neutralised a suspected intruder during a perimeter patrol in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.

According to sources, the incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. on June 20 at Ngamdu, where troops were conducting routine security patrols around a military location.

The sources stated that the troops sighted a female intruder approaching the defensive perimeter of the position.

The suspect was subsequently neutralised near the parapet during the operation.

Military authorities said the patrol was completed successfully without any further security incident.

Ngamdu, located along a strategic corridor in Kaga Local Government Area, has remained an area of security interest due to ongoing counter-insurgency operations in the North-East.

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai continue to maintain surveillance and conduct routine patrols aimed at preventing attacks and safeguarding military positions and surrounding communities.

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Two Teenage ISWAP Family Members Surrender to Troops in Borno

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Two Teenage ISWAP Family Members Surrender to Troops in Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

Two teenage girls believed to be family members of ISWAP terrorists have surrendered to troops of the Nigerian Army in Pulka, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.

Military sources disclosed that the girls, identified as Tata Ahmodu, 16, and Adama Abubakar, 14, surrendered at about 1:35 p.m. on June 19 to troops of the 192 Battalion (Mechanised) deployed at Forward Operating Base Pulka.

According to preliminary findings, the teenagers escaped from a terrorist enclave in the Jongo area around the Dure general area within the Sambisa Forest axis.

The escapees reportedly told troops that sustained military pressure and lack of basic necessities within the camp contributed to their decision to flee the terrorist enclave.

Following their surrender, the girls were screened, documented and taken into custody by military authorities for further investigation and necessary action.

Security officials said the development reflects ongoing pressure on terrorist groups in the North-East, which continues to yield defections, surrenders and rescues of vulnerable persons.

They added that efforts are ongoing to sustain operations aimed at degrading terrorist capabilities and restoring normalcy in affected communities.

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Troops Repel Bandits Attack in Kaduna Community, One Civilian Killed

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Troops Repel Bandits Attack in Kaduna Community, One Civilian Killed

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 7 (Sub-Sector 71) Sanga under Operation Enduring Peace have repelled an attack by bandits on Ungwan Goma community in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

Military sources disclosed that the incident occurred at about 7:30 a.m. on June 20 when troops responded to reports of an attack by unidentified gunmen on the community.

According to the sources, the troops, in collaboration with local youths, engaged the attackers and successfully repelled the assault, forcing the gunmen to withdraw.

However, during the confrontation, one civilian, identified as Mr. Yahaya Danladi, was killed.

The body of the deceased was handed over to Keystone Gwantu for necessary action.

Military authorities said troops have since intensified domination patrols and offensive operations within the general area to track down and possibly apprehend or neutralise the fleeing attackers.

They added that efforts are ongoing to restore calm and prevent further incidents in the affected community.

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