Troops discover and safely detonate IED along Mairamri route in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have discovered and safely detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) planted along a Main Supply Route (MSR) in the Mairamri general area In Konduga LGA of Borno state.
Security sources said the discovery was made at about 7:40 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 8, by troops of 222 Battalion (Motorised), Sector 1, during a fighting patrol and route-scanning operation.
The sources said the troops discovered the explosive device along the route, prompting the deployment of an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team.
The EOD personnel subsequently detonated the IED in situ, preventing a potential threat to troops, commuters and other road users.
No casualties were reported in the operation.
Troops have continued patrols and route-clearance operations to detect and neutralise explosive threats and ensure the safety of movement along the route.
