Joint Task Force North-East Ambushes Boko Haram in Yobe
Troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, under Operation Hadin Kai, conducted a successful night ambush in Yobe State, intercepting Boko Haram fighters migrating to a new location. The operation occurred east of Azare Village in Gujba Local Government Area around 11:00 pm.
During the ambush, troops engaged suspected terrorists, resulting in the arrest of four individuals and the recovery of a vehicle, ammunition, and other logistics items. Additionally, 11 Boko Haram fighters surrendered to the troops.
Captain Mohammed Goni, the Acting Military Information Officer, reported that blood traces in the area suggested possible casualties among the fleeing terrorists. The troops also seized four bicycles, a large quantity of groceries, one sheep, and expended 7.62mm Special ammunition cases.
The arrested suspects and recovered items are in military custody for further investigation, with ongoing exploitation of the area.
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