In a dogged determination to deny the terrorists freedom of action and ensure a peaceful environment for the populace, troops of Operation HADIN KAI deployed at Izge, in the early hours of today, 7 May 2025, foiled terrorists' attack on its location. Scores of the insurgents killed, were 8 of their combat enablers captured.
Captain Reuben Kovangiya, Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations in a press statement that during the firefight which lasted for hours, the courageous troops maintained high level of determination, resulting in the neutralisation of the terrorists' while others retreated in disarray.
The troops further pursued the fleeing terrorists and neutralized over seven of the miscreants while exploitation continued.
Other terrorists' critical enablers captured included one motor cycles, 10 bicycles and PKT automatic machine gun with ammunition belts. Another attempt at Mallamfatori was also foiled with dire consequences on the terrorists.
Commending the gallant troops for their exploits, the Commander charged them to do more in order to ensure a terrorist-free environment. The successful foiling of the attack brings to fore the commitment of the troops to decisively deal with the terrorists once and for all.