Nigerian Troops Repel ISWAP Attack on Borno FOB, Kill Terrorists

Nigerian Troops Repel ISWAP Attack on Borno FOB, Kill Terrorists

Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully repelled an attack by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on Forward Operating Base (FOB) Mairari in Borno State, killing several insurgents and preventing major destruction.

According to counter-insurgency reports by Zagazola Makama, the attempted assault occurred on Friday but was thwarted through a coordinated counter-operation by troops of Sector 3 Stabilisation Operations, supported by the Theatre Command Quick Reaction Force, the Nigeria Police crack team, and members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF).

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During the operation, troops neutralised two vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices (VBIEDs) deployed by the terrorists, causing damage to the road at two separate locations. Several ISWAP fighters were killed, while others sustained injuries and fled the area.

Military sources disclosed that follow-up exploitation led to the recovery of assorted items, including five motorcycles, AK-47 rifles, two Android phones, AK-47 magazines, 165 rounds of PKT ammunition, and 7.62mm special ammunition. Other items recovered were a hand grenade, flak jacket, combat boot, blankets, engine oil containers, a stretcher, a camel bag, spinners, a wristwatch, and a motorcycle pump.

Importantly, no casualties were recorded among the troops, highlighting the effectiveness of the military’s response and continued efforts to degrade terrorist activities in the North-East.

The operation underscores the sustained commitment of the Nigerian military and allied security forces to maintaining security and denying ISWAP insurgents freedom of action in Borno State.

Nigerian Troops Repel ISWAP Attack on Borno FOB, Kill Terrorists