The Nigerian Army says its troops killed more than 25 Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists who launched a “coordinated multi-directional assault” in Kukawa, Borno state.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Mohammed Goni, acting
military information officer at the headquarters of the joint task force
(north-east) Operation Hadin Kai, said some soldiers were also killed during
the encounter.
“The terrorists, who attacked troops of 101 Special Forces
Battalion in large numbers from four different flanks, met stiff resistance as
the troops responded decisively with superior firepower, tactical manoeuvre and
effective battlefield coordination,” the statement reads.
“Supported by the Air Component, the troops overwhelmed the
terrorists, inflicted heavy casualties and forced the surviving elements to
flee in disarray.
“Preliminary assessment indicates that over 25 terrorists
were neutralised, with 14 bodies recovered so far.
“During exploitation of the area, troops recovered a cache
of arms and ammunition, including six AK-47 rifles.
“Further exploitation is ongoing to recover additional
weapons, track the fleeing terrorists and prevent them from regrouping.
“Regrettably, some gallant soldiers paid the supreme
sacrifice during the encounter.”
While sending condolences to the families of the slain
soldiers, Goni said, “their courage, sacrifice and devotion to duty will remain
an enduring testament to their service to the nation.”
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