The Nigerian seems not to be relenting in its effort to decimate Boko Haram as its latest clearance exercise led to the discovery of large arms concealed by the terrorist group.According to a statement released by Colonel Kukasheka Sani Usman, the spokesperson of the Nigerian army, the Lafiya Dole operation was carried out on Sunday, April 17 following a tip-off.
The statement read: “Following a tip off, troops of Operation LAFIYA DOLE and some Civilian JTF today went on a clearance patrol to Borgozo-Alargano general area in which they discovered large cache of arms and ammunitions concealed by Boko Haram terrorists.
“The patrol team also cleared remnants of Boko Haram terrorists that were dislodged from Alagarno forest hibernating at Kadari, Camp Abu Fatima and Gursum.
“The troops discovered large cache of arms and ammunitions that include 36 boxes of .51mm calibre, 5 x 20 Lyra beefcake mixture of 7.62mm (NATO) ammunition, large quantity of 7.62mm (Special), ammunition and one 81mm mortar tube.
“In addition, the troops recovered 1 Toyota Hilux, 1 Generator and several motorcycles.”
The army urged Nigerians to provide information that will help in decimating the terrorist group.
“The Nigerian Army wishes to appeal to all Nigerians and in particular, the good people of Adamawa, Borno and Yobe States to continue to provide useful information to troops in order to facilitate complete routing of the remnants of Boko Haram insurgents hiding in their localities.”
A day before, the army recorded what might be perceived as an important success as food storage facilities of Boko Haram was discovered and cleared.
President Muhammadu Buhari promised that the insurgency will end in 2015 and while pockets of attacks are still recorded, the army has taken more proactive measures in preventing attacks and raiding enemy camps.
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