The military described the operation as a breakthrough in ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist support structures.
The military said troops remain in aggressive pursuit of the fleeing terrorists.
The military said its precision airstrike around Kirta and Arina Ciki killed several terrorist commanders, including Khalifa Umar, a member of the ISWAP Shura Council.
The army said that troops across other sectors continued aggressive patrols and offensive operations with no major incidents recorded.
The military said the operation disrupted the logistics and operational capabilities of the terrorist elements in the area.
The troops also apprehended suspected informants and logistics suppliers in Borno and Yobe States.
The defence headquarters described the attack as a sign of desperation by the terrorists following recent losses in the North-East.
The military stated that the location had long served as holding centres for kidnapped civilians.
He said that troops engaged terrorists with a high volume of fire, forcing them to withdraw in disarray.
Mr Kangye stated that another suspect was caught with N3 million ransom cash in Bassa LGA.
