A joint operation between troops of Operation Hadin Kai and the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) was conducted in the Sambisa Forest Borno state.
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The aggressive patrol and clearance operation targeted terrorist strongholds in Garin Malam Ali, Garin Glucose and Ukuba.
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The troops successfully invaded the strongholds, forcing the insurgents to flee and abandon their arms and ammunition.
Recovered items include various weapons and IED-making equipment. The exploitation of the Sambisa Forest is ongoing.
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