Troops Rescue 53 Hostages, Foil Terrorists' Attack in Borno

The troops of Operation HADIN KAI have rescued 53 hostages after dismantling a roadblock mounted by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists on Buratai–Kamuya road in the Biu Local Government Area of Borno.

Captain Mohammed Goni, the Acting Military Information Officer in the Headquarters of the Joint Task Force, North East Operation HADIN KAI, revealed that the operation was carried out on Wednesday by troops of the 135 Special Forces Battalion under Sector II of Operation HADIN KAI.

According to Captain Goni, troops deployed to Dutse Kura detected the terrorists mounting the illegal roadblock through surveillance cameras, prompting the immediate deployment of a Quick Reaction Force (QRF) to the scene.

The operation was a success, and we commend the swift response of the troops, said Captain Goni in a statement issued on Friday in Maiduguri.

The troops pursued the insurgents toward the Mangari–Dora general area of Borno, where they engaged them in a firefight, forcing the terrorists to flee in disarray. During the operation, 53 innocent civilians were rescued, and eight vehicles earlier seized by the terrorists were recovered.

The rescued civilians, recovered vehicles and other property were safely evacuated to Buratai, while the victims were undergoing documentation and medical evaluation.

The security situation in the area remains calm, while troops continue to maintain aggressive operations and dominance across the theatre.

### Background on Operation HADIN KAI

Operation HADIN KAI is a military campaign launched by the Nigerian government to combat Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists in the North-East region. The operation has been ongoing for several years and has resulted in the rescue of hundreds of hostages, recovery of several vehicles, and the killing of several terrorists.

### Nigerian Connection to Boko Haram and ISWAP

Boko Haram and ISWAP are terrorist groups that have been responsible for numerous attacks in Nigeria and the surrounding countries. The groups have been known to kidnap civilians, disrupt economic activities, and threaten regional security.

### What Happens Next?

The security situation in the area remains calm, while troops continue to maintain aggressive operations and dominance across the theatre. Residents within the Joint Operations Area are urged to remain vigilant and continue to provide timely information on suspicious movements and activities to security agencies.

### Key Facts

  • 53 innocent civilians were rescued during the operation.
  • Eight vehicles earlier seized by the terrorists were recovered.
  • The operation was carried out by troops of the 135 Special Forces Battalion under Sector II of Operation HADIN KAI.
  • The troops of Operation HADIN KAI have been conducting aggressive operations and maintaining dominance across the theatre.
  • The security situation in the area remains calm.