The troops of Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) operating under Sector 3 in Mongunu , Nigeria have achieved further successes in its clearance operations in its ongoing clearance operation in Kukawa, Borno State.
This was disclosed on Wednesday by the Chief Military Information Officer, HQ MNJTF N’djamena, Chad, Lieutenant Colonel, Olaniyi Osoba in a press release he shared with journalists covering the Armed Forces of Nigeria activities.
The success was recorded in continuation of troops’ effort to dismantle terrorist operations.
The statement read, “Consolidating on the recent victory, the troops in a joint effort with hybrid force and air component support, have intercepted and neutralized some fleeing wounded ISWAP terrorists and captured additional cache of weapons.
“During the meticulously coordinated air and ground clearance operations, own air component successfully targeted and interdicted several armed and wounded terrorists on motor bikes regrouping in Guzamala.
“In a follow-up ground operation, troops eliminated 15 terrorists and one captured alive as they attempted to flee after sustaining more injuries.
“The troops also destroyed three additional Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Devices (VBIEDs), bringing the total number of VBIEDs destroyed to 7.
“The operation led to the capture of a significant cache of weapons, including 7 AK-47 rifles, one Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) bomb and tube, 2 Anti-aircraft guns, and 152 Shilka rounds of ammunition.
“The ongoing clearance operation marks a decisive step in the ongoing efforts to restore peace and security in the region, further weakening the terrorists ranks.
“The MNJTF remains steadfast in its commitment to eradicating terrorist threats and ensuring the safety of the local population”, It concludes.
