Troops under Operation Fansan Yamma have sustained pressure on terrorist elements, neutralising one fighter and recovering 15 motorcycles and arms during a clearance operation in Niger State.
The feat is contained in an operational report made available on Monday in Abuja.
The report said the troops of Counter Insurgency Battalion XVI, in conjunction with personnel from Forward Operating Base Babanna, came under ambush while on a fighting patrol to Gulbi community in Borgu local government area.
The troops, it said, however, repelled the attack and killed one terrorist during the encounter.
According to the report, items recovered from the scene include 15 motorcycles and 253 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition.
“The troops also encountered multiple improvised explosive devices planted along withdrawal routes, which were safely neutralised,” he said.
Military authorities said the operation was part of ongoing efforts to deny terrorists freedom of action across the North-West and adjoining areas.
Source: NAN
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