The Nigerian Army says troops have overrun a terrorist camp in a forest in Kogi state, recovering a cache of arms and ammunition.
In a statement shared on its official X page on Wednesday,
the army said the raid was carried out under ‘Operation IGBO IDANU I’.
The operation, it said, dealt “a decisive strategic blow to
a notorious terrorist network linked to Kachalla Ibrahim and Shu’aibu in Kogi
State”.
“Advancing through dense forest, difficult terrain, and
multiple riverine obstacles, the troops displayed exceptional resilience,
professionalism and tactical discipline,” the statement reads.
“Despite severe movement constraints caused by fallen trees
and marshy ground, the force pressed forward with determination, highlighting
the unflinching resolve of the Nigerian Army to dismantle terrorist strongholds
and restore lasting security in the area.”
Led by Kasim Umar Sidi, a commander, the troops reportedly
penetrated the forest on foot to “achieve tactical surprise and operational
dominance”.
“Although the terrorists fled on sighting the advancing
troops, a thorough exploitation of the objective led to the recovery of
significant quantities of arms and ammunition, including eight boxes of 7.62 x
54 link ammunition containing bandoliers of 250 rounds each and one box of
high-velocity grenades. These recoveries have significantly degraded the
terrorists’ operational capability and logistics base,” the statement added.
The army noted that the camp was “destroyed” and “set
ablaze” to deny the “criminals any opportunity of reoccupation”.
It added that troops have continued to patrol the area to
consolidate the gains and prevent the terrorists from regrouping.
“This operation sends a clear and resounding message to
terrorist elements that their hideouts will continually be identified and
neutralised, reaffirming the firm commitment of the Nigerian Army to
safeguarding lives, protecting communities and ensuring lasting peace and
security across the region,” the army added.
The operation follows the temporary closure of markets and
motor parks in Kogi west senatorial district by the state government to support
ongoing security operations against terrorists and other criminal elements.
Kingsley Fanwo, commissioner for information and
communications, announced the directive on Sunday.
He said the move was aimed at complementing intensified
clearance operations being carried out in collaboration with the Office of the
National Security Adviser (ONSA) and security chiefs in the state.
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