Troops from Sector 2 Joint Task Force, operating in the North East as part of Operation Hadin Kai, successfully eliminated three ISWAP terrorists who were enforcing Zakkat levies on Maltari village near Kukareta in Yobe State. Read full article
The encounter occurred during a gunfight with the troops after they responded to a report received around 4am on Sunday regarding terrorist activity in the area.
Working in collaboration with the Yobe State Hunters group, the troops conducted a special patrol and engaged the terrorists, resulting in their neutralization.
In addition to thwarting the threat, the troops recovered significant weaponry, including two AK-47 rifles, two magazines loaded with 16 rounds of 7.62MM special ammunition, two hand grenades, and a motorcycle.
These terrorists were believed to be connected to the group responsible for attacking a troop location in Kukareta on Sunday, February 4th, 2024.