The Borno State Police Command efficiently repelled a Boko Haram assault and defused a planted explosive in Malari village, the Konduga Native Authorities Space, on Wednesday.
Based on an announcement launched by the state police spokesperson, ASP Nahum Daso, the assault occurred round 1am when Boko Haram/ISWAP insurgents launched an assault on the Ahead Working Base (FOB) in Malari.
“On 27/11/2024, at about 0100HRS, the police crack staff at FOB Malari village, Konduga LGA, foiled and repelled the assault by BH/ISWAP terrorists.
“Within the ensuing gun battle, the terrorists have been compelled to retreat into the bush with bullet accidents,” the assertion learn.
After the confrontation, police found a planted explosive gadget inside an deserted Toyota Hilux utilized by native vigilantes.
“Throughout an on-the-spot evaluation of the scene, it was found that the BH/ISWAP terrorists planted an unexploded ordnance (hand grenade) contained in the deserted operational car belonging to the vigilante group,” Daso mentioned.
The assertion famous that Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Chemical, Organic, Radiological, and Nuclear (EOD-CBRN) consultants have been deployed to the realm.
“The EOD-CBRN consultants carried out a radical scan of your complete space, evacuated, and rendered the explosive secure,” he added.
Daso recommended the efforts of the crack staff and the EOD-CBRN Base 13 Maiduguri for his or her swift response and professionalism.
He additionally reassured residents of the police command’s dedication to making sure the security of returnees to their ancestral properties.
“The communities are suggested to stay calm, vigilant, and report any suspicious objects or actions of their domains to the police,” he urged.