Nigerian Army troops have destroyed terrorist camps in Ari Koriri village, Mobbar Local Government Area of Borno State, during an intelligence-led clearance operation.
The operation was carried out at about 11:15 a.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, following intelligence reports that insurgents were using the village as a hideout.
Security analyst, Zagazola Makama, disclosed the development in a post on X on Friday, citing security sources.
According to the report, troops of the 145 Battalion (Motorised), 5 Brigade, operating under Sector 3, launched the operation after receiving information about the presence of insurgents in the community.
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The soldiers reportedly advanced into the village and encountered groups of insurgents, who fled as the troops approached.
The troops subsequently searched the area and destroyed identified terrorist camps.
However, the number of insurgents killed or injured during the operation was yet to be confirmed.
The soldiers concluded the operation and returned to their base at about 4:40 p.m.
The operation forms part of ongoing military efforts to destroy terrorist hideouts, prevent insurgents from establishing safe havens and restrict their movements within the Lake Chad operational theatre.
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