Troops Neutralize ISWAP Commander Abul Walid in Kukawa
On 31 October 2026, combined ground forces and air assets conducted a tactical operation in Kukawa, targeting ISWAP members who were attacking military positions. Captain Mohammed Goni, the Acting Media Information Officer of Headquarters Joint Task Force North East Operation Hadin Kai, confirmed that troops neutralized several insurgents, including Abu Hajara and Abul Walid, a prominent ISWAP commander closely associated with Wali Ba Shuwa.
Additionally, two high-ranking foreign Arab combatants were also neutralized during the engagement. Following the firefight, military forces recovered numerous arms, ammunition, and tactical communication devices.
This operation occurred shortly after another engagement in Buni Yadi, where 55 terrorists were neutralized, including key commanders. The Theatre Command reiterated its commitment to protecting citizens and continuing offensive operations to dismantle terrorist enclaves across North East Nigeria.
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