Troops repel terrorist infiltration in Borno
Nigerian troops have successfully repelled a terrorist infiltration attempt in a community in Borno State, killing a key fighter during the encounter. The military confirmed that the operation was carried out following actionable intelligence indicating plans by insurgents to infiltrate and attack the area.
According to security sources, troops engaged the terrorists in a fierce gun battle after detecting their movement on the outskirts of the community. The swift response by the soldiers forced the attackers to retreat after one of their key fighters was neutralised. No civilian casualties were reported, and normalcy was restored shortly after the operation.
The military said weapons and other items believed to belong to the fleeing terrorists were recovered during a follow-up sweep of the area. Residents were advised to remain vigilant and continue to support security agencies with timely information, as intelligence sharing remains critical to sustaining recent gains against insurgents.
The development comes amid sustained military operations across the North-East aimed at degrading terrorist networks and preventing attacks on rural communities. Security officials reaffirmed their commitment to protecting lives and property, noting that troops remain on high alert to forestall further infiltration attempts.
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