Troops have cleared and taken over
Balmo forest in a military operation that lasted throughout the weekend.
Prior to the operation, terrorists as bases and hideouts for launching attacks
used Balmo forest stretching from Bauchi through Jigawa States with links to
the fringes of Sambisa forest.
Terrorists and armed gangs operating
in the forests were completely rooted out while some were captured during the
operation. Among those captured were two foreigners who are suspected to
be mercenaries. Also captured are several weapons and
equipment including power generating sets, communication equipment, vehicles,
motorcycles, foodstuff and kitchen utensils.
In another development, over 44
terrorists have died in Kerenoa and adjoining communities, following an
encounter with troops who repelled their attack on the communities. Armed
with IEDs and other high caliber weapons, a large number of terrorists had
carried out a predawn attack on the communities but met with stiff resistance
of the troops. During the operation, several of them were captured
as well as weapons and ammunitions of various calibre.
Meanwhile, troops on routine patrol
around Banki and Miyanti in Borno State during the weekend fought through an
ambush laid by terrorists resulting in casualties on both sides.
Altogether, a total of 6 soldiers were lost in the various encounters with
terrorists during the weekend while those wounded are receiving treatment.
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