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Troops repelled three ISWAP attacks, killed unconfirmed numbers of fighters, and lost two vigilantes.
Troops repelled three ISWAP attacks, killed unconfirmed numbers of fighters, and lost two vigilantes.
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled three simultaneous attacks launched by the Islamic State of the West African Province (ISWAP) in Yobe and Borno States.
In an attempt to continue their rampage, ISWAP terrorists launched a midnight attack on Saturday on Katarko in Yobe, Jakana, and Monguno in Borno State, but were repelled by Nigerian troops.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert and security analyst in the Lake Chad region, that the first attack launched by the terrorists targeted a vigilante post at KATARKO around the Gujba axis at about 0100 hours.
The vigilante engaged the terrorists in a firefight for about 15 minutes. They were later reinforced by the troops of the 27 Task Force Brigade, who successfully repelled the attack, forcing the terrorists to flee.
Terrorist fatalities were uncertain, as traces of blood indicated that they evacuated naturalized terrorists while two vigilante members paid the supreme price during the encounter.
In another encounter, the terrorists attacked troops at a checking point between Jakana and Mainok. Two ISWAP terrorists were gunned down during the encounter, while other members of the group fled following superior firepower from the troops. One soldier was also wounded in action in the encounter.
However, the terrorists, on two gun trucks and 20 motorcycles, attempted to attack troops of the Sector 3 Multi-National Joint Task Force at Charlie one, along Monguno-Maiduguri Road.
The attack was successfully repelled, forcing the terrorists to withdraw, while casualties recorded were uncertain in the mid-night attack.
Troops repelled three ISWAP attacks, killed unconfirmed numbers of fighters, and lost two vigilantes.
Troops rescue three abducted victims, recover ammunition in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have rescued three abducted civilians and recovered ammunition during an operation in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 10:00 a.m. on March 30 by troops of 202 Battalion in collaboration with volunteer forces at BOCOBS.
According to the sources, the troops responded to credible intelligence indicating that suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province and Boko Haram had abducted three locals in the area.
The sources said the troops made contact with the insurgents and successfully rescued all three victims during the operation.
Items recovered from the scene include one AK-47 rifle magazine loaded with 30 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
The sources added that the rescued victims are safe, while troops have continued to dominate the general area to prevent further incidents.
They said the operation is part of sustained efforts to protect civilians and dismantle terrorist activities across the North-East theatre.
Troops rescue three abducted victims, recover ammunition in Borno
Troops repel terrorist attack in Yobe
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled an attack by suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province and Boko Haram on a Forward Operating Base in Yunusari Local Government Area of Yobe State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 10:05 p.m. on March 30 at Forward Operating Base Bukarti.
According to the sources, the terrorists launched an attack on the troops’ position, prompting a fierce engagement during which the troops successfully repelled the assailants.
During the encounter, one soldier sustained injuries and has since been stabilised and is responding to treatment.
The sources added that the attackers carted away a gun truck mounted with a QJC gun, a Civilian Joint Task Force vehicle, two motorcycles, a PKT machine gun and a Baofeng radio.
They said troops have continued to maintain operational presence in the area, while efforts are ongoing to recover the stolen equipment and further degrade the capabilities of the insurgents.
Troops repel terrorist attack in Yobe
CJTF member accidentally shot by colleague in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
A member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) has been injured in an accidental shooting incident in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:50 a.m. on March 31 at the location of 162 Amphibious Battalion in Mandara-Girau.
According to the sources, the CJTF member was on duty when he was mistakenly shot in the left leg by a colleague.
The victim was immediately evacuated to the battalion’s medical facility, where he is currently receiving treatment.
Sources said the injured personnel are responding to treatment, while further details surrounding the incident are being awaited.
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