Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully disrupted the movement of suspected terrorists in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State, forcing them to retreat from their intended route.

Security sources disclosed that the operation was carried out at about 11:20 p.m. on May 30 by troops of the 135 Special Forces Battalion following the detection of suspected insurgents through surveillance equipment.

The sources said troops observed the movement of suspected ISWAP and Boko Haram terrorists advancing towards Chara area.

Upon confirming the movement, the troops immediately engaged the terrorists with targeted fire missions directed towards Dutsen Kura and Chara axis.

According to the sources, the action disrupted the terrorists’ movement and forced them to retreat in disarray.

“The insurgents were compelled to withdraw in confusion along the Bam-Buratai–Chara–Kamuya route towards Mangari following the troops’ fire mission,” a security source said.

The operation forms part of ongoing counter-terrorism efforts aimed at denying insurgents freedom of movement and preventing attacks on communities within the North-East region.

Military authorities have continued to intensify surveillance, intelligence gathering and offensive operations across known terrorist corridors to sustain pressure on insurgent groups operating in the area.

Security forces remain on high alert and are monitoring the general area to prevent any further terrorist activity. (Zagazola)