Borno State: Troops Neutralize Two ISWAP Terrorists in Ambush Operation

By: Zagazola Makama

The Nigerian Army troops of Operation Hadin Kai along with hunters, hybrid forces, and the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), successfully ambushed and neutralized two ISWAP terrorists in a coordinated operation in Konduga Local Government Area (LGA) of Borno State.

The operation, which took place at approximately 1630 hours on August 8, 2024, was based on intelligence reports indicating the movement of ISWAP terrorists crossing the Kumala general area.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the ambush was conducted at a strategic point along the terrorists' crossing route from Sambisa to Alagarno Forest.

The sources said that during the ambush, contact was made with the terrorists, who attempted to cross the area. Two terrorists were neutralized, while the remaining members of the group fled the scene.

The troops recovered one AK-47 rifle, a magazine containing five rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, three bicycles, and assorted food items.