Troops of 135 Special Forces Battalion under Operation Hadin Kai have rescued 53 innocent civilians and recovered 8 vehicles on Wednesday, 24 June, 2026 in Borno.
Acting Military Information Officer Capt. Mohammed Goni in a statement issued Friday sai the troops dismantled JAS/ISWAP terrorists road block mounted along road Buratai–Kamuya, in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.
He explained that the encounter took place when troops deployed at Dutse Kura sighted terrorists blocking the highway through surveillance cameras.
Goni noted: “A Quick Reaction Force (QRF) team immediately mobilised to the scene and pursued the insurgents toward the Mangari–Dora general area, made contact and engaged the terrorists in a firefight, forcing them to withdraw in confusion.
“During the operation, troops successfully rescued 53 innocent civilians and also recovered 8 vehicles seized by the terrorists.
“The troops further advanced to clear the insurgents’ withdrawal route, dominated the area, and conducted further searches, though no additional contact was made.”
Goni stressed that all rescued persons, recovered vehicles and properties were safely moved to Buratai town.
He added that the rescued civilians are currently undergoing documentation and medical evaluations.