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The Digest:

Nigerian troops, in coordination with the Civilian Joint Task Force, have intercepted two pick-up vans carrying a significant logistical consignment intended for ISWAP terrorists in Borno State.

Key Points:
  • The operation followed human intelligence on the movement of supplies from Dapchi, Yobe, toward Magumeri, Borno
  • Items recovered included two civilian vehicles, 31 spare tyres, 23 rims, bicycles, and vehicle parts
  • Also seized were food items (yam, flour, garri), charcoal, clothing, mobile phones, and cash
  • The drivers and materials are in military custody for further interrogation
  • The interception highlights effective collaboration between troops and local security partners
  • It follows another operation in Bitta, Gwoza, where troops repelled a terrorist attack hours earlier
  • Military sources emphasized the commitment to disrupting terrorist logistics and supply chains
  • The operation aimed to deny terrorists freedom of movement and enhance safety in the Northeast
In the long fight against insurgency, this interception is more than a tactical win, it is a vital cut in the lifeline of violence, a reminder that security is often built in the quiet, decisive interception of threats before they reach their destination.

Sources: Channels, Vanguard