Troops Foil Terrorists’ Advance, Recover Motorcycle in Yobe

By: Zagazola Makama 

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have thwarted an attempted approach by suspected terrorists within their area of responsibility in Yobe State and recovered a motorcycle during a follow-up operation.

Military sources disclosed that the troops detected the movement of suspected terrorists towards a military location on June 9 and immediately responded with a fire mission to neutralise the threat and deny the insurgents freedom of action.

According to the sources, the troops maintained surveillance on the area before conducting an exploitation operation on Tuesday morning.

“The troops observed the movement of suspected terrorists towards a military position and responded appropriately to prevent any attack on the location.

“During a subsequent exploitation operation, two terrorist corpses and a motorcycle were discovered in the general area,” the source said.

The sources noted that an assessment of the bodies indicated signs of decomposition, suggesting that the terrorists may have been neutralised during an earlier encounter with troops operating around Buni Yadi.

The area was thoroughly searched, but no additional items were recovered.

Military authorities said the operation formed part of ongoing efforts to sustain pressure on terrorist elements and prevent them from regrouping within the North-East theatre of operations.

They added that troops remained vigilant and committed to protecting communities and military installations across the region.

According to the authorities, the overall security situation within the theatre remains relatively calm but unpredictable, requiring continuous surveillance and proactive operations.

They also expressed satisfaction with the morale and fighting efficiency of troops engaged in ongoing counter-terrorism operations.

The military reassured residents of its determination to sustain offensive operations against terrorist groups and maintain security across the North-East.