The Troops of Sector 3 of Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) has recently successfully executed a coordinated attack against Boko Haram and ISWAP militants in Kukawa and Monguno local government areas of Borno State.
The joint operation successfully eliminated several Boko Haram and ISWAP militants, and recovered vital assets from the extremist groups. The operation took place in Monguno, located 137.9 km from Maiduguri, and Kukawa, located 187.3 km from the state capital.
Lt. Col. Olaniyi Osoba, the Chief Military Information Officer at the MNJTF Headquarters in N’Djamena, Chad, released a comprehensive statement on Monday detailing the achievements of the joint operation conducted in Northern Borno.
The statement reads, “In a decisive operation, troops of Sector 3 under the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) have successfully dealt a significant blow to Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists in Kukawa and Monguno areas of Borno State, Nigeria. The operation resulted in the elimination of terrorists and the recovery of valuable assets.
“The ISWAP/Boko Haram terrorists, who launched an offensive using suicide Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Devices (VBIEDs), were met with superior firepower from MNJTF troops. Following intense air and artillery bombardments and a ground assault, five terrorists were neutralized, while several others fled with gunshot wounds.
“During the operation, air assets destroyed three VBIEDs, and troops captured 40 motorbikes equipped with assorted weapons, four anti-aircraft guns, and one rocket-propelled grenade. Unfortunately, three soldiers paid the supreme price.
“This bold operation underscores the MNJTF’s unwavering commitment to eradicating terrorism and ensuring the safety and security of the people in the Lake Chad region.”
