Troops Repel Terrorist Attack In Borno, Recover Ammunition

Troops of the 115 Task Force Battalion, alongside members of the Civilian Joint Task Force, have repelled an attempted attack by suspected terrorists in Rumirigo, Askira-Uba Local Government Area of Borno State.

The incident occurred at about 11:10pm on August 29, according to security sources who spoke to Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency publication.

The troops were reportedly positioned in an ambush location in the area when they encountered the suspected terrorists.

Makama said the troops immediately engaged the attackers, forcing them to withdraw from the area.

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“The troops responded with disciplined fire, forcing the terrorists to retreat in confusion,” he said.

Following the encounter, the troops conducted an exploitation of the area and recovered a pistol and seven rounds of 9mm ammunition.

“During exploitation of the area after the encounter, the troops recovered one pistol and seven rounds of 9mm ammunition. The recovered items have been secured by 115 Task Force Battalion for further action,” Makama said.

He added that the security situation across the theatre remained relatively calm despite the unpredictable nature of the threat.

The latest incident comes amid continued military operations against terrorists and other criminal elements in the North-East.

Last month, troops of Operation Hadin Kai reportedly killed 26 terrorists while thwarting an attack in Borno State.