The Nigerian armed forces have recently achieved a significant milestone in their counterterrorism operations, successfully neutralizing over 35 jihadist militants during an engagement near the Cameroon border. This operation underscores Nigeria’s steadfast resolve to confront the escalating threat from extremist groups,particularly in the northeast region where insurgency has persisted for over a decade. The military’s efforts are part of a complete strategy aimed at securing national borders and dismantling terrorist networks that pose risks not only to Nigeria but also to its neighboring countries.

The recent military actions resulted not only in substantial militant losses but also led to the recovery of essential materials used for terrorist activities, including:

• Large caches of firearms
• Improvised explosive devices (IEDs)
• Communication equipment

This evolution in military tactics…