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In a major breakthrough against terrorism in Nigeria’s Northeast, gallant troops of Operation Hadin Kai have intercepted and safely recovered 56 improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by suspected ISWAP terrorists on the vital Marte–Dikwa bridge in Borno State.
The potentially catastrophic discovery was made during a clearance operation conducted by troops of the 24 Brigade, Dikwa, averting what security experts say could have resulted in mass casualties and critical disruption to both military and civilian movement in the region.
Sources who spoke to counterinsurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, on Friday, revealed that the explosives were strategically planted by the terrorists in a bid to cripple military logistics and instill fear among local communities.
The timely intervention of the Nigerian troops is being hailed as a significant operational success and a testament to the improved intelligence-gathering and response capability of security forces combating insurgency in the North-East.
Security analysts say the interception highlights ISWAP’s continued desperation to regain strategic advantage through guerrilla tactics, but adds that the swift action by the 24 Brigade once again proves the military’s growing dominance in the region.
Meanwhile, the Nigerian Army has intensified surveillance and patrols along key routes in Borno to prevent future threats, as the fight to restore lasting peace in the Northeast continues.
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