Nigerian army claims its troops killed 11 ISWAP terrorists in Sambisa forest

The Nigerian army claimed on Saturday that troops deployed on a special clearance operation in Sambisa Forest had killed 11 Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists.

The military revealed this in a statement on its official account, X, on Saturday.

The feat, according to the Force, was achieved in a special clearance operation coordinated with hybrid forces in a terrorist pocket in Jongo Village inside the forest.

It said the troops targeted the enclave, engaged in fierce gunfights with the terrorists, and killed several people while others fled in chaos.

The military said its troops carried out further exploits in front of the enclave and seized several weapons.

The firearms seized included 99 rounds of 7.62 x 54 mm caliber bullets on metal hooks, 19 rounds of 7.62 x 39 mm caliber bullets, three AK-47 rifle magazines, two 36-round hand grenades, and two locally made rifles.

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“This successful operation demonstrates the operational effectiveness of the Nigerian army in combating terrorism and securing the region.

“The neutralization of ISWAP terrorists and the seizure of their weapons will undoubtedly contribute to enhancing security and stability in the region.

“This further demonstrates the Nigerian military’s commitment to eradicating terrorism and protecting citizens,” the military added.

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