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The senate committee on army has commended troops of Operation Hadin Kai for killing Amir Abu Fatima, a Boko Haram/ISWAP commander with a N100 million bounty placed on him.
Abdulaziz Yar’adua, chairman of the committee, said the operation in Kukawa, Borno state, marks a “significant milestone” in the fight against insurgency.
Yar’adua said the precision strike that led to Abu Fatima’s death also took out his lieutenants, without any casualties on the side of the Nigerian military.
“This victory is a testament to the bravery and dedication of our troops who have steadfastly remained in the forefront,” he said.
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“The successful operation demonstrates the military’s unwavering commitment to restoring peace and security in the North-East.
“I applaud the strategic planning, intelligence gathering, and execution that led to this outcome, which was achieved without any casualties on our side.”
He said the killing of Abu Fatima dealt “a severe blow” to the terrorist group and would boost public confidence in the army’s capacity.
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“This success will undoubtedly boost the confidence of our citizens and reinforce their trust in the military’s ability to protect them,” he added.
“I urge our security agencies to maintain this momentum, ensuring that insurgents are relentlessly pursued and dismantled.”
Yar’adua said the senate committee would continue to support the army and work to enhance the capabilities of the troops.
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