Troops of the Nigerian Army have dealt a significant blow to terrorist elements, neutralizing 10 Boko Haram fighters and recovering a cache of automatic firearms during a daring raid on their stronghold in Borno State.

The operation also led to the arrest of a key terrorist collaborator notorious for extorting ransom payments on behalf of terrorists and bandits.

In a statement, the Army said, “On 17 February 2025, troops operating in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State executed a high-impact raid deep inside Iza forest, a known terrorist enclave.

“Overwhelmed by the superior firepower of the troops, 10 Boko Haram fighters were neutralized, while others fled in disarray.

“A thorough mop-up operation in the area led to the recovery of two AK-47 rifles and two magazines loaded with ammunition.”

In another decisive strike, troops deployed in Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara State, acting on credible intelligence, staged a lethal ambush at a known bandits’ crossing in Tunfa village.

The ambush resulted In the neutralization of one terrorist and the capture of a high-value suspect who facilitates ransom payments for the notorious Sani Black terrorist faction.

Based on the suspect’s confession, troops stormed the bandits’ hideout in Tunga village, a criminal hub for selling rustled cattle. Multiple suspects were apprehended, and all bandit infrastructure in the area was destroyed.

Further intensifying counterterrorism efforts, troops, acting on precise human intelligence, apprehended a suspected terrorist at Illela Market in Illela Local Government Area of Sokoto State.

Commending the troops for their dedication and operational efficiency, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to eradicating terrorism, banditry, and other criminal activities from troubled parts of the country.

He urged patriotic citizens to continue supporting the troops by providing credible information in the collective fight to rid Nigeria of all terrorist elements. (Vanguard)