Troops repel terrorist drone strikes, maintain battlefield edge
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled terrorist drone attacks during operations along the Timbuktu Triangle in Borno State, maintaining control of the area. The operations were carried out on Sunday, January 18, with close support from the Nigerian Air Force. Operation Hadin Kai spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba said troops advanced from their harbour and conducted intelligence led raids on terrorist enclaves in Chilaria, Garin Faruk and Abirma. The air component provided sustained intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance over the axis. He explained that the strong air to ground coordination allowed real time tracking of terrorist movements and discouraged enemy reinforcement. It also improved the accuracy and confidence of ground forces during the operation. According to the statement, terrorists first launched an armed drone attack around midday against the advancing troops. Despite this, the soldiers kept their momentum and continued […]