Army repels terrorist attacks, kills 16 in Adamawa

The Nigerian Army's Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, has conducted coordinated operations in Adamawa State, neutralising 16 terrorists and recovering weapons during the operations between September 30 and October 1, 2026. The attacks targeted Boima in Gombi Local Government Area and other locations within Sector 4 Area of Operations.

In addition to the ambush, the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI carried out a precision air strike after detecting a group of terrorists with motorcycles. The military also repelled coordinated attacks on military positions at 226 Battalion in Garkida and 232 Battalion in Garaha, resulting in three soldiers killed and wounded personnel evacuated in stable condition.

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