In a major breakthrough against terrorism in the North East, troops of Operation Hadin Kai have uncovered a large cache of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted beneath the strategic bridge linking Marte and Dikwa in Borno State. The explosives were believed to have been planted by Boko Haram/ISWAP insurgents in a failed attempt to launch a devastating attack.

The Nigerian Army, in a statement released Friday via its official Facebook handle (@HQ Nigerian Army), revealed that the discovery was made during a clearance operation carried out by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams from the Forward Operating Bases in Marte and Dikwa.

According to the statement, a total of 56 fully assembled IEDs were recovered safely from the site. Operations are still ongoing to neutralize and safely extract additional devices found in the area.

The Army noted:

“Troops of Operation Hadin Kai, working in synergy with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), uncovered a significant cache of Improvised Explosive Devices emplaced by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists beneath the bridge linking Marte and Dikwa.”

It further stated:

“A total of 56 fully prepared IEDs have been safely recovered. Controlled detonation and disposal operations are currently underway to ensure the area is completely secured.”

The Army commended the vigilance and professionalism of the troops, emphasizing that the successful operation thwarted a potentially deadly terrorist attack, thereby protecting lives and preserving a critical piece of infrastructure in the region.

This development comes amid recent reports of multiple explosions across Borno highways, which have claimed the lives of several travellers. The Army’s swift response and EOD expertise have once again highlighted its commitment to maintaining security and defeating insurgency in the North East.