Troops of Operation Hadin Kai Capture 60 IEDs, Assorted Weapons in Recent Offensive

Strategic Insights -

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai, deployed in Borno state, have successfully captured no fewer than 60 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and assorted weapons in a recent operation against Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists. The operation, conducted in Marte and Dikwa general areas, led to the elimination of several terrorists and thwarted a potential disaster. The troops also recovered AK47 rifles, jerry cans of premium motor spirit, motorcycles, and terrorists' uniforms among other sundry items.

Key Takeaways:

  • Troops of Operation Hadin Kai captured no fewer than 60 heavily primed IEDs and assorted weapons in a recent operation against Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists.
  • The operation was conducted in Marte and Dikwa general areas, leading to the elimination of several terrorists.
  • The troops recovered AK47 rifles, jerry cans of premium motor spirit, motorcycles, and terrorists' uniforms among other sundry items.
  • The recovery of the IEDs thwarted a potential disaster that would have taken place in the area.
  • Troops also captured a terrorist fighter in Fulatari, Gubio local government area, and recovered AK47 rifles and other sundry items in Mussini, Ngalalocal government area.
  • The troops have been commended by the Military High Command for their bravery and continued success in operations against Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists.

Statistics:

  • 60 IEDs and assorted weapons captured by Troops of Operation Hadin Kai.
  • Several terrorists eliminated in the operation.
  • 1 terrorist fighter captured in Fulatari, Gubio local government area.
  • 1 AK47 rifle recovered in Mussini, Ngalalocal government area.
  • 60+ sundry items recovered by the Troops, including motorcycles and terrorists' uniforms.

Sources:

  • A statement by Capt. Reuben Kovangiya, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Headquarters Theatre Command Operation HADIN KAI, on Friday.