Troops Intercept Boko Haram Fighters Migrating to New Location in Night Ambush
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Nigerian military has said that troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), intercepted Boko Haram fighters migrating to a new location
Nigerian military forces intercepted a group of Boko Haram fighters attempting to relocate in Yobe State during a nighttime ambush, according to a statement from the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai. The operation resulted in the apprehension of four suspected terrorists, recovery of a vehicle, ammunition, and other logistical supplies.
Additionally, 11 terrorists surrendered to the troops during the same period. Furthermore, Captain Mohammed Goni, the Acting Military Information Officer of Joint Task Force North-East, disclosed that the military also arrested nine suspected drug dealers during a separate patrol in Buni Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area. The suspects were found with illicit drugs, cannabis, mobile phones, and cash.
These recent successes highlight the ongoing efforts to undermine terrorist capabilities and criminal networks across the North-east region, with military operations continuing to limit their freedom of action.
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