By Victor Akaa, Abuja.
Troops of Operation Lafiya Dole in collaboration with
Troops of 159 Battalion in Sector 2 had prevented what could have been as a deadly attack by Boko haram / ISWAP terrorists in Geidam Local Government ,in Yobe state.
Maj. Gen. John Enenche, Coordinator Defence Media Operation (DMOs),Defence Headquarters revealed to Enugu Reporters on a statement that the failed attack would have happened on Monday, 20th April, 2020.
He said, due to the swift and quick actions by the troops, the attack was intercepted and not fewer than 13 terrorists were killed and several weapons recovered in the process.
A full text of Gen. Ebenche’s statement read thus…
“Some Elements of Boko Haram/ISWAP Terrorists at about 1130 hours on Monday, 20 April 2020 attempted to attack Geidam town, the Headquarters of Geidam Local Government Area of Yobe State.
“Troops of 159 Battalion in Sector 2 in conjunction with the Air Task Force of Operation LAFIYA DOLE swiftly intercepted and engaged the criminals in a fierce exchange of fire.
“Consequently, the terrorists were forced to retreat, scampered in disarray into different locations and within surrounding bushes. At the moment, troops are on pursuit of the fleeing terrorists.
“During the encounter thirteen (13) terrorists were neutralized, two (2) gun trucks with DUSHKHA Guns and Six (6) AK 47 rifles were Captured. Presently, the terrorists have been subdued, situation in Geidam town and environs has been normalized and troops are currently on a follow up/exploitation operation.
“There was no casualty or loss of equipment on the part of our gallant troops. Additional details to be communicated to the media as events unfold further”. He added.
