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Troops Neutralise ‘Several Terrorists’ In Borno, Recover Weapons, Ammunition
But a “few troops sustained injuries during the engagement as a part of the defences was temporarily breached”.
A photo combo and items from the terrorists.
Troops of the Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised “several terrorists” and also recovered weapons, ammunition, and communication gadgets in Gajiram, Nganzai Local Government Area of Borno State.
In a statement on Monday, the Acting Military Information Officer, Operation Hadin Kai, Mohammed Goni, said, at “about 12:20 a.m. on 10 August 2026, a large number of terrorists launched an assault in an attempt to overrun the troops’ position.”
“The gallant troops responded with determined and effective fire, forcing the attackers to withdraw after sustaining heavy casualties. During the engagement, troops neutralised several of the terrorists and recovered weapons, ammunition and communication gadgets.
“Post-engagement review of the surveillance footage further confirmed several casualties being evacuated by the retreating terrorists. The recovered items and footage are currently undergoing further operational assessment,” said Goni.
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However, he said a “few troops sustained injuries during the engagement as a part of the defences was temporarily breached, leading to damage to some combat enablers and vehicles from rocket-propelled grenade fires”.
According to him, the injured personnel were promptly airlifted and are currently stable and receiving medical attention.
The acting military information officer said that following the attack, troops had remained firmly deployed in and around the FOB and adjoining areas to dominate the general area, monitor the situation, and prevent any further attempts by the terrorists to re-engage.
Military authorities urged residents of Gajiram and surrounding communities to remain calm and go about their lawful activities.
“Troops continue to maintain high vigilance in and around Gajiram while exploitation of the operational area and further assessment of terrorists’ casualties and activities remain ongoing,” he said.
“Headquarters Theatre Command Operation HADIN KAI reassures the public of its unshakeable commitment to sustaining pressure on the ISWAP terrorists until lasting peace and stability are fully restored in the North East,” the military added.
