Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have repelled a terrorist infiltration into Kanama town in Borno State, killing four suspected insurgents during a response operation.
This was disclosed in a post shared by security analyst and counter-insurgency expert in the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama via his X handle.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 6:00 p.m. on April 22 when troops of the 159 Battalion, deployed in Kanama, responded to gunfire within the town.
On arrival, the troops discovered that suspected terrorists had infiltrated parts of the community and engaged them in a gun battle.
The attackers were overpowered and forced to retreat, while troops conducted follow-up operations in the area.
During the operation, four suspected insurgents were neutralised.
A member of the Civilian Joint Task Force, CJTF, was injured during the encounter and has been evacuated for medical treatment.
No military equipment was reported lost.
Items recovered from the suspects include two mobile phones and cash.
Security sources said the situation in the area remains under monitoring, with troops maintaining operations to prevent further attacks.
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