Nigerian Army Kills 60 Terrorists in Borno Assault

On March 18, 2026, at approximately 12:50 AM, the Nigerian Army successfully repelled a coordinated midnight assault by suspected Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists in Mallam Fatori, Abadam Local Government Area, Borno State. The attack involved an advance toward the 68 Battalion's main defense area, but alert troops detected the movement early and responded with overwhelming firepower, halting the assault.

A coordinated counter-offensive, supported by ground forces and air support, led to fierce combat, inflicting heavy casualties on the insurgents and forcing survivors to retreat chaotically toward the Areg area. Military sources confirmed the elimination of 60 terrorists, including several high-profile commanders, delivering a significant setback to insurgent operations in the region.

Following the encounter, troops continued to pursue fleeing fighters using intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance platforms to monitor withdrawal routes and prevent regrouping. The Nigerian Army reaffirmed its commitment to sustain offensive operations against terrorist elements to safeguard the lives and properties of citizens nationwide.