In a significant counterterrorism operation, Nigerian Army troops under Operation Hadin Kai have eliminated 10 armed bandits during a clearance operation in Manawaji, a known hotspot for criminal activities in the country’s northeast region.
The successful operation, conducted in the early hours of Tuesday, also led to the recovery of a substantial cache of weapons and ammunition from the neutralised militants.
Military sources revealed that the troops engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle after receiving credible intelligence about their hideout in the remote village.
The operation resulted in the complete rout of the criminal elements, with no casualties reported among the security forces. Among the items recovered were several AK-47 rifles, locally fabricated firearms, ammunition magazines, and various types of explosives believed to be used for manufacturing improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
The Defence Headquarters has commended the troops for their operational success, emphasising that the mission has significantly degraded the bandits’ capabilities in the area.
Residents have expressed relief at the military’s action, which comes after months of increased bandit activities, including kidnappings, cattle rustling, and attacks on farming communities.
Operation Hadin Kai, the Nigerian military’s counterinsurgency campaign in the northeast, continues to intensify efforts to rid the region of terrorist elements and other criminal groups.
Security analysts note this latest operation in Manawaji demonstrates improved intelligence gathering and rapid response capabilities of the armed forces. The military has urged civilians to continue providing timely information about suspicious activities to support ongoing security operations across the region.
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