Operation Hadin Kai Defeats ISWAP Attack in Borno State

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai successfully repelled a coordinated attack by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists in Kukawa, Borno State, killing more than 25 terrorists. The attack, which targeted the 101 Special Forces Battalion from four directions, was met with superior firepower and tactical maneuvers.

Captain Mohammed Goni, the Acting Military Information Officer at Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), reported that the troops, supported by the Air Component, overwhelmed the attackers, forcing the surviving terrorists to flee. A preliminary assessment indicated that 25 terrorists were neutralized, with 14 bodies recovered.

Following the encounter, troops recovered a cache of weapons, including six AK-47 rifles. The Nigerian Army expressed condolences to the families of the fallen soldiers and praised their commitment.

The operation demonstrated the combat readiness of troops in the North-East and highlighted the effectiveness of air-ground coordination in disrupting terrorist activities. The military plans to maintain operational pressure on terrorists through aggressive patrols and intelligence-led operations.