Nigerian Army troops deployed for counter-terrorism operations in the North East in conjunction with Hybrid Forces on Wednesday 26 March 2024 neutralized one terrorist and recovered arms, ammunition, and rustled cattle during a clearance operation on identified Boko Haram/Islamic State of West Africa Province enclaves within Gori general area in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
In a fierce firefight, the troops successfully overpowered and, neutralized one terrorist, rescued several rustled cattle, and recovered arms and ammunition from the terrorists. The recovered arms included 2 AK-47 rifles, 38 rounds of 7.62 mm special ammunition, AK-47 Magazines, one Improvised Explosive Device, and one motorcycle.
In another operation in Katsina State, troops conducting offensive operations on terrorist camps neutralized 2 terrorists at Garin Rinji general area in Batsari Local Government Area following a gun battle. The gallant troops overwhelmed the insurgents with superior firepower, destroyed several hideouts, and recovered 2 motorcycles and 25 rustled livestock during the operation. Soldiers are still sustaining offensive operations to clear terrorists in the general area.