The military said the hostages were rescued following sustained offensive operations by troops against ISWAP strongholds in the Lake Chad region.
Mr Uba said the military high command had commended the troops for their gallantry and swift response.
Mr Uba disclosed that troops recovered seven AK-47 rifles, eight magazines and four RPG bombs.
British and German attaches have reaffirmed their countries’ commitment to the fight against terrorism in Nigeria.
Mr Uba said the troops, under Operation Desert Sanity V, also recovered illicit substances during the arrest on Friday.
Two senior military officers; a major and a lieutenant, were affected in the attack.
The source said troops ambushed terrorists along the Meleri–Ngirbua axis in the Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe at about 5:30 a.m. on January 4.
He urged Nigerians to continue to support the military with timely and credible information.
Mr Ejodame said the operation was carried out in the early hours of Aug. 23.
Mr Ogalla urged the troops to remain resolute and focused while emphasising the need for synergy among security agencies in the theatre.
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