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53 rescued as troops dismantle ISWAP roadblock, recover eight vehicles in Borno
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have dismantled an ISWAP roadblock along the Buratai–Kamuya road in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State, rescuing 53 civilians and recovering eight vehicles reportedly seized by the insurgents.
The development was disclosed in a statement issued by the Headquarters, Joint Task Force North East Operation Hadin Kai and signed by the Acting Military Information Officer, Captain Mohammed Goni, on June 25, 2026.
According to the statement, the operation was carried out on June 24, 2026, by troops of the 135 Special Forces Battalion under Sector 2 of Operation Hadin Kai.
The military said troops stationed at Dutse Kura detected suspected terrorists blocking the highway through surveillance cameras, prompting the immediate deployment of a Quick Reaction Force to the area.
The statement noted that the troops pursued the fleeing insurgents towards the Mangari–Dora general area, where they engaged them in a gun battle that forced the suspects to retreat.
Following the operation, the troops rescued 53 civilians and recovered eight vehicles that had allegedly been seized by the terrorists.
The military added that troops subsequently cleared the suspected withdrawal route of the insurgents and conducted further searches in the area, although no additional contact was made.
According to the statement, all rescued civilians, recovered vehicles and other properties were safely evacuated to Buratai town, while the rescued victims are currently undergoing documentation and medical evaluation.
The Theatre Command commended the troops for what it described as their professionalism and swift response during the operation.
“The Theatre Command OPHK commends the professionalism and swift response of the troops,” the statement said.
The military also urged residents within the Joint Operations Area to remain vigilant and continue providing timely information on suspicious movements and activities to security agencies.
The military added that the security situation in the area remains calm, while troops continue offensive operations and maintain dominance across the area.
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