BATTLE OF LAKE CHAD: MNJTF CLEARS AREGE AND MALKONORY, NEUTRALIZES 20 ISWAP TERRORISTS

BATTLE OF LAKE CHAD: MNJTF CLEARS AREGE AND MALKONORY, NEUTRALIZES 20 ISWAP TERRORISTS

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In continuation of the ongoing offensive operations to oust Islamic State terrorists from the Lake Chad Area, troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) in conjunction with national forces, in an early morning raid today, neutralized over 20 terrorists operating around Arege, Malkonory and Tumbum Rego general area.

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Similarly, several gun trucks, arms and ammunition, as well as a Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device, which was meant to disrupt troops advance was also destroyed.

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Unfortunately, 4 personnel of the MNJTF were wounded during the fire fight and have been evacuated for urgent medical attention.

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The MNJTF remains committed to delivering the mandate of the force and therefore urges continuous support and solidarity of the good people of the Lake Chad Region.

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Colonel Timothy Antigha
Chief of Military Public Information
MNJTF
N’Djamena – Chad

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