Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have recovered a drone after an encounter with suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) during a fighting patrol in the Izge area of Borno State.
According to reports, the incident occurred at about 11:30 a.m. on December 30 in the Pridang general area.
Soldiers from the Forward Operating Base in Izge were on patrol with volunteer forces when they spotted a group of suspected terrorists believed to be on a surveillance mission.
Intelligence suggested the group planned to use an ultra-light drone to monitor military movements and nearby communities.
Troops reportedly opened fire, forcing the suspects to retreat and abandon the device.
A follow-up search of the area led to the recovery of the drone along with its full accessories.
The recovered equipment has been secured as investigations continue.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed reports claiming that it has published the…
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf is set to formally defect from the New Nigeria…
Nigerian TikTok creator Hamzat Habeeb, widely known as Peller, has confirmed that he is no…
The Nigerian Air Force says it has safely recovered one of its unmanned aerial vehicles…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has confirmed eight people dead in the Christmas Eve fire…
The National Working Committee of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has dissolved its executive…
This website uses cookies.