BORNO, Nigeria – Troops of Sector 2, 135 Special Forces Battalion under Operation HADIN KAI have rescued 53 innocent civilians and recovered 8 vehicles after dismantling JAS/ISWAP terrorists road block mounted along road Buratai–Kamuya, in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State on Wednesday.
The Nigerian Army reports that the defeat of the adversaries is in continuation of the massive onslaught against JAS/ISWAP in the North East region.
The report indicates that all rescued persons, recovered vehicles and properties were safely moved to Buratai town, stressing that the rescued civilians are currently undergoing documentation and medical evaluations.
Providing further details the Army stated that the encounter took place when troops deployed at Dutse Kura sighted terrorists blocking the highway through surveillance cameras. “A Quick Reaction Force (QRF) team immediately mobilized to the scene and pursued the insurgents toward the Mangari–Dora general area, made contact and engaged the terrorists in a firefight, forcing them to withdraw in confusion,” the Army said.
Acting Military Information Officer Headquarters Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI, Capt Mohammed Goni in the statement added, “During the operation, troops successfully rescued 53 innocent civilians and also recovered 8 vehicles seized by the terrorists.
“The troops further advanced to clear the insurgents’ withdrawal route, dominated the area, and conducted further searches, though no additional contact was made”.
The Theatre Command OPHK commends the professionalism and swift response of the troops. The Command urges all citizens within the Joint Operations Area to remain vigilant and continue to provide timely information regarding any suspicious movements and activities within their domain.
