Army repels ISWAP attack in Borno, kills 25 terrorists

In Borno State, Nigeria, troops of Operation Hadin Kai thwarted a coordinated assault by Islamic State West Africa Province militants, resulting in the deaths of over 25 terrorists and the recovery of weapons and ammunition. The attackers initiated the ambush on the 101 Special Forces Battalion from four distinct angles, but the soldiers countered with superior firepower, strategic movements, and efficient battlefield coordination.

Captain Mohammed Goni, Acting Military Information Officer for the Joint Task Force (North East), reported that, with support from the Air Component, the troops overwhelmed the assailants, compelling the surviving terrorists to flee. Goni stated that preliminary estimates indicate more than 25 terrorists were neutralized, with 14 bodies recovered thus far.

Following the encounter, troops discovered a stash of weapons and ammunition, including six AK-47 rifles. Ongoing operations are currently underway to recover additional weaponry, track the retreating terrorists, and prevent them from regrouping. The Nigerian Army extended condolences to the families of the fallen soldiers, acknowledging their bravery, sacrifice, and dedication to duty.

This successful defense of the area underscores the combat readiness and resilience of troops deployed in the North-East Theatre, highlighting the efficacy of air-ground coordination and joint operations in thwarting terrorist activities and limiting their ability to act. The Nigerian Army remains committed to maintaining operational pressure on terrorists and other criminal elements through intensive patrols, intelligence-driven operations, and coordinated offensives with other security agencies, all aimed at dismantling terrorist networks, safeguarding communities, and protecting the nation.