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Nigeria: Troops Thwart Boko Haram Assault in Malam Fatori, Recover Unexploded Bombs
Nigeria: Troops Thwart Boko Haram Assault in Malam Fatori, Recover Unexploded Bombs
By: Our Reporter
The resilience of the Nigerian Army was put to the test as Boko Haram militants attempted to infiltrate the military camp at Malam Fatori.
Malam Fatori is located in the northern part of Borno State, about 300km from Maiduguri, the epicenter of the Boko Haram insurgency.
The soldiers remained vigilant and swiftly responded with a barrage of heavy firepower, forcing the terrorists to retreat. Notably, during the engagement, six unexploded bombs were discovered as the terrorists abandoned and fled into the bush.
During the night hours, the insurgents made yet another daring attempt to assail the troops’ stronghold. However, the determined troops mounted a formidable defense, successfully repelling the attack and driving the terrorists back.
“This pattern of repeated assaults on military positions by Boko Haram is not uncommon. It is customary for these terrorists to persist in their efforts over the coming hours and days.” A senior officer in the base told ABC News
According to him, the conflict in the northeast must be won by the Nigerian military at all costs.
He said that currently there has been a setback in the operation owing to the not-so-good relationship with the Niger Republic, as soldiers cannot pursue terrorists beyond the border with the Niger Republic.
“Many terrorist hubs are now in the Niger Republic, and we cannot go outside our borders to get them. That is why there is an increase in the number of attacks in place, like Gaidam in Yobe State, and continuing encounters here in Borno State.” He added.
Nigeria: Troops Thwart Boko Haram Assault in Malam Fatori, Recover Unexploded Bombs
Troops neutralise armed militia in Plateau after failed escape attempt
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP) have neutralised an armed militia in Plateau State after he attempted to disarm a soldier during an operation.
Zagazola gathered that the incident occurred on Sept. 5 during a follow-up operation to a hideout in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area.
A day earlier, on Sept. 4, troops had arrested the militia at Kaskra with an AK-47 rifle and 11 rounds of 7.62 mm (Special) ammunition. During interrogation, the suspect confessed to involvement in several criminal activities within Barkin Ladi and volunteered to lead troops to the hideout of his cohorts to recover weapons.
Sources said that while the search was ongoing at the hideout, the militia made a desperate attempt to snatch a soldier’s rifle in order to escape.
“He was swiftly overpowered and neutralised by the troops in the process,” one of the sources said.
The remains of the deceased suspect were deposited at a hospital morgue, while follow-up operations are ongoing to apprehend his accomplices and recover more weapons.
The sources reaffirmed military’s commitment to sustain the momentum against armed militias and other criminal elements in Plateau, stressing that no effort would be spared in restoring peace and stability across the Joint Operations Area.
Troops neutralise armed militia in Plateau after failed escape attempt
Troops arrest terrorist informants, logistics suppliers in Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have arrested two suspected terrorist informants and logistics suppliers in Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended on Sept. 4 during a fighting patrol to Yaka village by a quick response team.
The suspects, according to the source, are in troop custody for further investigation and action.
Troops arrest terrorist informants, logistics suppliers in Sokoto
Troops repel Boko Haram/ISWAP attack in Gajigana, Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled an attack by ISWAP terrorists on their Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Gajigana, Nganzai Local Government Area of Borno.
Zagazola Makama reports that the attack occurred at about 11:55 p.m. on Tuesday.
A reinforcement team joined the operation and engaged the insurgents in a clearance operation.
Sources told Zagazola that one Wednesday that several terrorists were killed while one soldier paid the supreme price in action, while another sustained injuries.
The injured personnel has since been evacuated for medical attention, while the remains of the fallen hero were moved to the 7 Division Military Morgue in Maiduguri.
Items recovered from the terrorists during exploitation include AK-47 rifle, a magazine loaded with 25 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, two Baofeng radios, and belted ammunition for a machine gun.
The sources added that the terrorists, who withdrew in disarray, were believed to have suffered several casualties, though the exact figure was not confirmed.
They explained that the general security situation in the area remains calm but unpredictable.
Troops repel Boko Haram/ISWAP attack in Gajigana, Borno
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