Table of Contents
- Troops Repel Terrorist Attack
- Military Response and Successes
- Ongoing Efforts Against Kidnapping
- Military Commitment
Troops from the Joint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), successfully thwarted a coordinated terrorist assault along the Maiduguri–Damboa Main Supply Route (MSR) in Borno on Monday.
A reliable military source informed the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the incident took place around 3:10 PM on December 22.
According to the source, troops from the 25 Brigade were conducting a patrol for MSR dominance and escorting civilians along the Maiduguri–Damboa route in Damboa Local Government Area when they were attacked by ISWAP/JAS terrorists.
The source disclosed that the terrorists employed several armed drones, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and executed an ambush in an effort to disrupt military operations and civilian movement along the route.
Reinforcements from Brigade Headquarters were promptly dispatched to the scene, allowing the troops to effectively counter the assault and stabilize the situation.
He noted that the troops had established control over the area, denying the terrorists any freedom to operate.
The source further mentioned that the troops continued offensive operations across other sectors of OPHK as part of Operation Desert Sanity IV.
In the North Central region, he reported that troops under Operation Enduring Peace and Operation FANSAN YAMMA have been achieving significant successes against kidnapping and other criminal activities in Kaduna and Plateau States.
In Kaduna State, troops from Sector 5 collaborated with local vigilantes to apprehend two suspected kidnappers during an intelligence-led operation in the Pari and Rahama villages of Kauru Local Government Area.
In Plateau, troops from Sector 2 OPEP responded to a kidnapping incident in Panyam town, Mangu Local Government Area, where one individual was abducted and another was killed by suspected kidnappers. Efforts to rescue the abducted victim are currently underway.
“However, troops achieved a significant breakthrough in Bokkos Local Government Area, Plateau, where a swift military response compelled kidnappers to abandon a Reverend and his three children who were abducted from a church premises in Makundang village.
“The victims were successfully rescued, debriefed, and reunited with their family, while troops continue to search for the fleeing kidnappers in the surrounding mountainous areas,” he stated.
The source reaffirmed the military's dedication to maintaining pressure on terrorists and criminal elements across all regions to ensure the safety of lives and property nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the recent terrorist attack about?
The recent terrorist attack involved a coordinated assault by ISWAP/JAS terrorists on troops along the Maiduguri–Damboa Main Supply Route, which was successfully repelled by the Joint Task Force North East.
How did the military respond to the attack?
The military responded swiftly by mobilizing reinforcements, allowing the troops to counter the attack and stabilize the situation, ultimately denying the terrorists freedom of action in the area.
What actions are being taken against kidnappers?
The military is actively conducting operations in collaboration with local vigilantes to apprehend suspected kidnappers and ensure the safety of the public in Kaduna and Plateau States.
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