Troop Captures Two Boko Haram Terrorists In Borno State

Two Boko Haram terrorists have been captured by the Troops of 195 Battalion, Sector 1 Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), in conjunction with Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) on a clearance operation within the Muna general area of Borno State.

It was gathered that the terrorists were captured on the 3rd of July, 2021 with items and utensils meant for Boko Haram replenishment.

“Items recovered from the BHT logistics suppliers include one hand grenade, one axe, one vehicle, five bicycles, two mobile phones (Techno and Infinix) and some quantity of Petroleum, Oil and Lubricant. The troops equally recovered a large quantity of psychedelic and sex enhancement drugs, pesticides and insecticides, as well as foodstuff, amongst others.”

According to the Director of Army Public Relations, Onyema Nwachukwu, the troop also combed the entire area, destroying terrorists camps.

“During the operation, troops however came in contact with terrorists at Labe Village, who attempted to flee but were swiftly intercepted by the troops.”

While commending the alertness of the troop, the Chief of Army Staff, Major General Faruk Yahaya urged them to sustain the aggressive posture of the operation to ensure they clear terrorists’ enclaves and dominate the entire area.