Summary: Nigerian Army rescues 360 hostages from terrorists in Borno’s Mandara Mountains. Two infants tragically die during the operation. Full details of the military rescue mission.
In a major security operation that has brought relief to hundreds of families, the Nigerian Army has successfully rescued 360 persons who were held captive by Boko Haram terrorists in the remote Mandara Mountains of Borno State.
The captives were found in an enclave operated by Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad (JAS), the faction of Boko Haram loyal to the Abubakar Shekau ideology, deep within the mountainous terrain along Nigeria’s northeastern border.
Tragic Loss Amid Successful Rescue
While the rescue operation was largely successful, it came with heartbreaking news—two infants tragically lost their lives during the mission. The circumstances surrounding the deaths of the babies are still being investigated, but sources suggest they may have been due to the harsh conditions the captives endured during their time in captivity.
The rescued victims, who include women, children, and elderly persons, were reportedly held in extremely difficult conditions with limited access to food, water, and medical care. Many of them appeared malnourished and traumatized when troops found them.
Military Operation in the Mandara Mountains
The Mandara Mountains, which stretch across the Nigeria-Cameroon border, have long served as a hideout for remnants of Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists. The rocky, cave-filled terrain makes it challenging for military operations, but Nigerian troops have intensified efforts to clear these areas of terrorist presence.
This latest rescue operation demonstrates the commitment of Nigeria’s armed forces to dismantling terrorist strongholds and freeing civilians who have been trapped in these dangerous zones for months or even years.
What Happens Next?
The rescued captives are currently receiving medical attention and psychosocial support from security agencies and humanitarian organizations. They will undergo profiling to determine their places of origin before being reunited with their families.
The Nigerian Army has assured Nigerians that operations will continue across Borno State and the wider Northeast region until every terrorist enclave is cleared and all captives are freed.
This rescue comes as part of ongoing military efforts to restore peace and stability to communities affected by over a decade of insurgency in northeastern Nigeria.
May the souls of the departed infants rest in peace, and may their families find comfort in this difficult time.
The fight against terrorism continues, and every rescue brings hope to families still waiting for their loved ones to return home.
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