According to Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force North East, Operation Hadin Kai, the troops foiled a suicide bombing attempt in Kukawa, Borno State, using a Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED).
The troops engaged the VBIED with RPG fire, which bounced off its armoured surface, and eventually neutralised it with a T-55 tank.
The troops, supported by air component command, conducted precision strikes and enhanced battlefield awareness with ISR assets.
A follow-up operation on October 31 led to the recovery of one terrorist’s corpse, one AK-47 rifle, and other military hardware.
The Military High Command commended the troops for their gallantry, professionalism, and commitment to ensuring security and stability in the Northeast region.