Breaking News: Troops Prevent Potentially Catastrophic Planned IED Attack By Terrorists To Bring Down major Highway Bridge in Borno

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI in conjunction with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) have uncovered 56 fully prepared cache of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) emplaced by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists on the strategic bridge linking Marte and Dikwa in Borno State. 

The discovery was made by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams deployed from both Marte and Dikwa Forward Operating Bases during a targeted clearance operation, preventing a potentially catastrophic attack on the facility.

So far, a total of 56 fully prepared IEDs have been safely recovered from the location. Controlled procedures are currently underway to render the remaining devices safe for complete recovery and disposal.

This successful operation has prevented a potentially catastrophic attack and reaffirms the vigilance, expertise, and commitment of Nigerian troops in safeguarding key infrastructure and civilian lives within the North East theatre.