ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)-Troops of the Nigerian Army in collaboration with Hybrid Forces have neutralised some terrorists in Borno and Katsina states.
They also recovered arms, ammunition and rustled cattle.
The Nigerian Army disclosed in a post on its official X handle on Wednesday.
According to the post, the operations were carried out on identified Boko Haram and Islamic State of West Africa Province, ISWAP, enclaves within the Gori general area in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
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The statement said the troops successfully neutralised one terrorist, rescued several cattle and recovered two AK-47 rifles, 38 rounds of 7.62 mm special ammunition, AK-47 Magazines, one Improvised Explosive Device and one motorcycle.
The Army said in Katsina State, an offensive on terrorist camps led to the killing of two of the criminals at Garin Rinji general area in Batsari Local Government Area.
“The gallant troops overwhelmed the insurgents with superior firepower, destroyed several hideouts and recovered two motorcycles and 25 rustled livestock during the operation.
“Troops are still sustaining offensive operations to clear terrorists in the general area,” the Army said.