Troops Neutralise Scores of Terrorists, Recover Arms in Yobe

Troops Neutralise Scores of Terrorists, Recover Arms in Yobe

Troops of the Headquarters Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have eliminated scores of terrorists and recovered weapons during sustained offensive operations across the North-East theatre under Operation DESERT SANITY V.

The development was disclosed in a statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer of OPHK, highlighting what the military described as “significant operational successes” in ongoing counter-terrorism campaigns.

According to the statement, troops operating in Sector 2, in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), carried out a successful night operation around Muktum and Ngirbuwa villages in Yobe State. During the encounter, several terrorists were neutralised, while others fled with injuries.

Recovered items from the scene included two AK-47 rifles, three motorcycles and mobile phones believed to have been used for coordination and logistics. Further exploitation along the terrorists’ withdrawal route reportedly revealed drag marks and a shallow grave, suggesting additional enemy casualties.

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In a related operation, troops of Sector 1 engaged fleeing insurgents along the Bulayobe–Darel Jamel axis as they attempted to cross a major supply route. The suspects reportedly fled in disarray, abandoning two sacks containing assorted logistics items suspected to be intended for terrorist elements.

Military authorities stated that although the general security situation across the theatre remains “calm but unpredictable,” troops’ morale and combat effectiveness remain high as they continue to dominate their areas of responsibility.

The operations form part of intensified offensives targeting remnants of Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), both of which have been responsible for years of insurgency in the North-East.

Security analysts note that Operation DESERT SANITY V is aimed at dismantling terrorist logistics networks, disrupting supply chains and preventing regrouping efforts, particularly in border communities across Yobe and neighbouring states.

The OPHK Headquarters reassured residents of the region of its unwavering commitment to sustaining pressure on insurgents until lasting peace and economic stability are fully restored in the North-East.

Residents have been urged to continue providing credible and timely intelligence to security agencies to support ongoing military operations.

Troops Neutralise Scores of Terrorists, Recover Arms in Yobe