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He added that the troops apprehended no fewer than 1,146 suspects during ambushes, raids, fighting patrols and other covert operations during the month. Mr Buba explained that “the synchronised strikes between the ground and air forces during the period under review resulted in over 715 terrorists neutralised, arrested 1,146 persons and rescued 465 kidnapped hostages.At Premium Times, we firmly believe in the importance of high-quality journalism. Recognizing that not everyone can afford costly news subscriptions, we are dedicated to delivering meticulously researched, fact-checked news that remains freely accessible to all.
In the North-east, the defence spokesperson said troops of Operation Hadin Kai conducted operations into Sambisa Forest, Timbuktu Triangle and the Tumbus around the Lake Chad Region within the month. He said the troops equally recovered 23 AK47 rifles, 19 fabricated guns, 93 assorted arms, 788 rounds of 7.62mm special, 451 rounds of 7.62mm NATO and 256 assorted ammunitions.
Responding to questions, the spokesperson said there has been linkage between illegal mining and acts of terrorism in the region, as well as foreign involvement in illegal mining. He added that troops also recovered 56 assorted weapons and destroyed 74 wooden boats, 1,501 assorted ammunitions and 76 illegal refining sites during the month.
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