In a series of operations, the Armed Forces have recorded some gains in the fight against terrorism.
A statement by Major-Gen. Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, said a total of 180 terrorists were eliminated, 204 individuals were apprehended, and 234 kidnapped victims were successfully rescued.
The operations, which spanned various regions, involved both land and air interdictions. Major-Gen. Buba provided detailed information on the outcomes, highlighting the recovery of 46 assorted weapons and 148 assorted ammunition.
Noteworthy items seized include 30 AK47 rifles, two Josef Magnum pump-action guns, one double-barrel gun, and two single-barrel guns. Additional recoveries comprised 12 locally-made pistols, 13 Dane guns, one hand grenade, nine locally-made rifles, three RPG chargers, and two locally-made hand grenades.
Furthermore, the troops successfully retrieved 120 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition, 364 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 54 live cartridges, 11 rounds of empty cases of 7.62mm special ammo, 32 magazines, 34 vehicles, 64 mobile phones, 47 motorcycles, and a sum of N1.5 million, along with other valuable items.
Notable contributions were made by the troops of Operation Hadin Kai, who played a crucial role in the achievements of the week. They eliminated 19 terrorists, apprehended 52 individuals, and rescued 134 kidnapped victims in the Northeast region.
This successful endeavor resulted in the recovery of six AK47 rifles, 58 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, seven live cartridges, three vehicles, eight mobile phones, three motorcycles, one bicycle, and two camouflage magazine carrier jackets.
Moreover, the troops conducted extensive fighting patrols, leading to the apprehension of kidnappers and illegal miners in Gulani Local Government Area of Yobe State. Additionally, their efforts in Monguno, Mafa, and Gwoza Local Government Areas of Borno State resulted in the detection and safe detonation of improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
Significant progress was made with the neutralization of suspected ISWAP/JAS terrorists in Madagali, Adamawa State, and Maiduguri Municipal Council areas in Borno State.
Notably, between November 22 and 28, 91 terrorists voluntarily surrendered to the troops. This group comprised 13 adult males, 35 adult females, and 43 children who made the decision to disassociate themselves from the terrorist organizations.
