Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have successfully repelled a coordinated attack by ISWAP terrorists on the Forward Operating Base at Mairari in Borno State, dealing what the military described as a major setback to the groups operations in the area. This was confirmed in a statement issued on Saturday, December 13, by the Media Information Officer of Operation Hadin Kai, Lt Col Sani Uba. He said the attack began late on Friday night and continued into the early hours of Saturday before it was contained through joint ground and air operations. According to Uba, the attackers attempted to force their way into the base using two vehicle borne improvised explosive devices. Both VBIEDs were detected in time and neutralised by troops, preventing any breach of the facility. CCTV footage and field observations confirmed that several terrorists were killed, while others sustained serious injuries as surviving elements evacuated their dead and wounded, he said. Following the failed assault, troops of Sector 3, with support from the Theatre Command Quick Reaction Group, the Nigeria Police Crack Team and members of the Civilian Joint Task Force, carried out a detailed exploitation of the surrounding area. The operation led to the discovery of multiple terrorist casualties and the seizure of weapons, ammunition, and logistics abandoned during their retreat, Uba added. He said items recovered from the scene included AK 47 rifles, magazines and ammunition, PKT rounds, hand grenades, motorcycles, communication devices, combat gear, medical supplies and other materials pointing to sustained terrorist activity in the area. Uba noted that the seizure of the weapons and logistics further weakened the operational capacity of the terrorists and restricted their ability to operate freely around Mairari. He also confirmed that the two VBIEDs were destroyed by defensive fire from the troops, causing damage to two points along the road but stressing that the base itself was not penetrated. There was no breach of the FOB, highlighting the preparedness, vigilance, and resilience of the troops, he said. According to him, soldiers have continued aggressive patrols in and around the area to prevent further attacks and reassure local communities of the militarys presence. Troops remain resolute in their commitment to decisively defeat all terrorist elements and restore lasting peace and stability across the North East, Uba said. The failed attack at Mairari underscores the operational readiness and professionalism of our men and women in uniform. Troops of OPHK have continued to prioritise the protection of civilians, the disruption of terrorist networks, and the restoration of peace across the region, he added.The post Troops repel ISWAP attack on Army base in Borno appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.
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