Nigerian Forces Rescue 86 Hostages, Take Down Boko Haram Hideout in Borno

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have struck a significant blow, rescuing 86 kidnapped civilians and destroying a major terrorist camp. The successful operation in the Buratai–Kamuya area of Borno State showcases a renewed tactical push to dismantle insurgent networks and sever their supply lines.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING

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The 135 Special Forces Battalion rescued 86 captives, men, women, and children, who were unharmed.
A major Boko Haram/ISWAP camp was discovered and destroyed during the pursuit.
Troops recovered an AK-47 rifle, ammunition, five civilian cars, and several motorcycles.
In a separate operation, 29 suspected terrorist logistics suppliers were arrested.
Seized supplies included jerrycans of fuel, medical supplies, food, and gun-truck tyres.
The operation began after troops repelled a heavy attack on their base in Dutse Kura.
An ambush forced the insurgents to abandon their kidnapped victims during the retreat.

This decisive action represents a critical maneuver in the protracted struggle, offering a moment of hope and liberation for the rescued and a tangible setback for the insurgents’ operational capacity.

Sources: Premium Times