Troops Repel Terrorist Attacks in Borno State Successfully

On March 13, 2026, troops from the Joint Task Force North East successfully repelled coordinated terrorist attacks at Azir Bridge and Banki in Borno State. The attacks began in the early hours, with terrorists attempting to overrun military positions at Azir Bridge and Banki.

Lt. Col. Sani Uba disclosed that the first assault occurred at 2:40 AM, targeting troop positions in Sector 2 at Azir Bridge and Sector 1 at Banki. The terrorists, advancing in large numbers, faced overwhelming resistance from the troops, who demonstrated superior tactics and combat readiness.

Close air support contributed significantly to the success in defeating the attack. The failed assault was described as a misleading propaganda effort circulating on online media platforms.

The troops remain firmly in control of the locations and continue to dominate the operational environment, maintaining high morale and decisive firepower in their ongoing efforts to combat terrorist threats.