Police bomb squad in Borno has removed two improvised explosive devices planted by the insurgents along the Ngwaom–Mafa Road.

The spokesman for the command, said this in a statement on Thursday.

Mr Daso said the explosives were discovered and neutralised when Governor Babagana Zulum, accompanied by police commissioner Naziru Abdulmajid and senior military officers, embarked on a post-attack assessment visit to Mafa and Dikwa LGAs.

He said the visit followed a foiled Boko Haram attack in the midnight hours of October 22 and 23.

“The timely detection and controlled detonation of the IEDs averted potential harm to security personnel and commuters along the route,” he said.

Mr Abdulmajid commended the police, military, and other security agencies for their gallantry, vigilance, professionalism, and commitment during the operation.

Mr Abdulmajid reaffirmed the police’s readiness to deploy additional personnel and logistics to enhance operational efficiency and sustain security gains in the area.

“The police command further appreciates the leadership of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Borno State, and the sustained synergy with other security agencies in the collective effort to maintain peace and stability across the state,” said Mr Abdulmajid.

(NAN)