Troops Rescue 119 Civilians, Recover Eight Vehicles from Terrorists in Borno State
Borno State, Nigeria - On November 6, 2026, troops of the Nigerian Army carried out a successful operation in Borno State that resulted in the rescue of 119 civilians and the recovery of eight vehicles from terrorists.
Rescue Mission in Borno State
The operation began when a surveillance mission by the 135 Special Forces Battalion and a Quick Reaction Force detected terrorists blocking a major road and abducting travelers alongside their vehicles in Borno State. The troops promptly deployed another team from the 27 Task Force Brigade headquarters.
Civilians Rescued and Families Reunited
The soldiers engaged the terrorists, forcing them to abandon the abducted civilians and vehicles near the Mangari-Bulazarma general area.
The rescued victims were subsequently reunited with their families.
Vehicles and Equipment Recovered
In addition to the rescued civilians, the troops also recovered eight abandoned vehicles and equipment from the terrorists.
Explosives Disposal Mission
During the withdrawal, the troops discovered an improvised explosive device in the Bam Buratai Junction-Bulazarma general area.
An Explosive Ordnance Disposal team was dispatched to secure and safely dismantle the improvised explosive device.
</body> </html><small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
