Troops Conduct Clearance Patrol, Dominate Tuba Axis in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have conducted a successful clearance patrol around the Tuba axis in Borno State, as part of ongoing operations to deny Boko Haram/ISWAP freedom of movement.
Security sources said that the operation was carried out by troops of 212 Battalion under Operation Hadin Kai, following credible intelligence on suspected terrorist activities within three kilometres east of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Tuba.
The troops conducted a fighting patrol covering approximately 7.5 to 8 kilometres around the FOB, scanning multiple directions within the area of responsibility.
According to the sources, the terrorists hastily fled on sighting the advancing troops.
The patrol was described as hitch-free, with troops successfully dominating the general area and identifying no immediate threats.
Military authorities noted that the operation is part of sustained efforts to maintain pressure on terrorist groups and prevent their regrouping within the theatre.
