Troops Uncover Cache of Unexploded Bombs Under Bridge In Northern State

Borno state – Troops of Operation Hadin Kai and members of the CJTF have uncovered a significant cache of improvised explosive devices (IEDs under the bridge linking Marte and Dikwa in Borno State. The unexploded bombs are placed by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists under the strategic bridge.

It was gathered that the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams deployed from both Marte and Dikwa Forward Operating Bases discovered the bombs during a targeted clearance operation.

This was contained in a statement issued by the HQ Nigerian Army Facebook page on Friday, July 4, 2025. The Nigerian Army said a total of 56 fully prepared IEDs have been safely recovered from the location.

According to the Facebook post, controlled procedures are currently underway to render the remaining devices safe for complete recovery and disposal. “This successful operation has prevented a potentially catastrophic attack and reaffirms the vigilance, expertise, and commitment of Nigerian troops in safeguarding key infrastructure and civilian lives within the North East theatre.”