Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have killed more than 50 terrorists and foiled multiple coordinated attacks on military bases across Borno and Yobe States.
According to Lt.-Col. Sani Uba, spokesperson for the Joint Task Force North East (OPHK), the assaults occurred between midnight and 4 a.m. on Thursday in Dikwa, Mafa, Gajibo, and Katarko.
He said troops fought gallantly, repelling the attacks with support from precision airstrikes and intelligence assets. The combined ground and air offensive inflicted heavy losses on the insurgents.
Though some soldiers sustained injuries and minor property damage was recorded, the military maintained full control of all locations.
The Defence Headquarters commended the troops for their courage and professionalism, reaffirming its commitment to defeating terrorism and safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial integrity.