Troops eliminate two terrorists in Borno, recover weapons

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Troops from the Nigerian Army assigned for counter-terrorism operations in the North-East killed two terrorists on their way to attack Mashurori village in Borno State.

According to a statement released on Monday by the Department of Army Public Relations, the achievement was accomplished in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task Force during a clearance operation.

Responding to genuine intelligence about terrorists moving into the community, he stated that they set up an ambush to intercept the terrorists.

During the firefight, two AK-47 weapons, two magazines, 58 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, and a terrorist-used motorbike were found.

The troops also discovered levy tickets and N60,000 cash, which are thought to be related to the terrorists’ illegal extortion activities.