
Nigerian Army Thwarts Boko Haram Bomb Plot, Neutralizes Insurgents in Borno
In a major counterterrorism victory, Nigerian Army troops foiled an attempted bomb attack by Boko Haram terrorists targeting a crucial bridge on the Dikwa-Marte road in Borno State.
The insurgents, aiming to disrupt military movements and isolate communities, were forced to abandon their mission after a fierce firefight with troops. Two powerful improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and assault weapons were recovered from the scene.
The operation was part of the Northeast Joint Task Force’s intensified campaign to dismantle terrorist strongholds in the Lake Chad basin, Sambisa Forest, and Mandara Mountains.
Theatre Commander, Major General Abdulsallam Abubakar, commended the troops for their bravery, stating:
“Our troops engaged Boko Haram fighters attempting to plant IEDs on the bridge. After a shootout, the terrorists fled, leaving behind two large explosives, which our bomb disposal teams safely recovered.”
Maj. Gen. Abubakar revealed that troops have been conducting deep-strike operations into enemy territory, with significant progress in flushing out insurgents.
“We’re pushing into Sambisa, Mandara mountains, and Lake Chad communities. The terrorists are on the run, and we’re hunting them down,” he declared.
In related operations, nine Boko Haram fighters were neutralized in Bama, Gwoza, and Konduga, with weapons including AK-47 rifles and PKT machine guns seized.
The success was attributed to coordinated efforts involving the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
“The Navy is securing Lake Chad, the Army is leading ground assaults, and the Air Force is conducting precision strikes. Our synergy is strong, and morale is high,” Abubakar emphasized.
The military remains committed to preventing terrorists from recapturing freed territories.
“We will not allow liberated communities to fall back into their hands. Stability is improving, especially around Lake Chad, where insurgents are now weakened and disorganized,” he added.
The foiled bridge attack highlights Boko Haram and ISWAP’s continued attempts to sabotage critical infrastructure. However, sustained military pressure has significantly degraded their capacity for large-scale attacks.
The latest victories are expected to bolster public confidence, particularly in rural areas worst hit by insurgent violence, as Nigeria’s armed forces continue their push for lasting security in the Northeast.