Elimination Of 70 Boko Haram Terrorists, Destruction Of 5 Camps Was By Chad Rapid Intervention Forces.... HQ, MJTF, Ndjamena-Chad

"For accuracy, it is essential to note that this operation and the subsequent neutralisation of these terrorists were solely conducted by the Chadian Armed Forces within their territory in the Lake Chad Basin Area." Chief Military Public Information Officer, HQ, MJTF, Ndjamena-Chad, Lt. Colonel Abubakar Abdullahi

The Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) has provided clarifications over a report regarding the elimination of scores of insurgents in the Lake Chad Basin by a section of the media.

A statement issued and signed by the Chief Military Public Information Officer, HQ, MJTF, Ndjamena-Chad, Lt. Colonel Abubakar Abdullahi, disclosed that "the report was inaccurately credited with the elimination of 70 Boko Haram terrorists and destruction of 5 Camps in the Lake Chad Basin by section of the media. 

"For accuracy, it is essential to note that this operation and the subsequent neutralisation of these terrorists were solely conducted by the Chadian Armed Forces within their territory in the Lake Chad Basin Area. 

"The Chadian military officially announced this achievement during a press conference on 30 June 2024." The statement read.

"We apologize for any confusion caused by the previous press release, which may have been misinterpreted. The MNJTF respects and acknowledges the significant accomplishments of the Chadian forces in combating terrorism. Moving forward, we are committed to providing clear and precise information to ensure proper attribution of military operations and their outcomes." The statement concluded.