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Troops clear terrorist enclaves, rescue nine in Borno operation
Troops clear terrorist enclaves, rescue nine in Borno operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 21 Special Armoured Brigade, Operation Hadin Kai in conjunction with Hybrid Forces and the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), have cleared several terrorist enclaves in Geizua, Bama Local Government Area of Borno State, rescuing nine persons in the process.
Zagazola Makama report that the operation, conducted on Friday, was led by the Brigade Commander. The clearance operation covered several objectives, including Garin Bakura Jiga, Shehutari and Kachomri.
The terrorists hastily deserted the camps as the troops were approaching. Fresh human activities were observed, indicating recent terrorist presence.
All the terrorist structures were destroyed, and the troops recovered 16 bicycles which were destroyed in situ. Two Boko Haram flags hoisted at the camps were also recovered.
The operation also led to the rescue of nine persons six women and three children believed to be families of the terrorists.
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