Nigerian Army neutralises six ISWAP terrorists, recovers ammunition in Borno
Troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralised six Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, terrorists during an ambush at Targejeri crossing point in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State. The Acting Military Information Officer at the Headquarters of the Joint Task Force (North-East), Operation Hadin Kai, Captain Mohammed Goni disclosed the development in a […] Nigerian Army neutralises six…
Operation Hadin Kai troops have eliminated 15 terrorists in a targeted air strike northwest of Pulka in Borno State's Gwoza Local Government Area. The military stated the operation took place around 11:50 p.m. on October 23, 2026, after receiving reliable intelligence about terrorist activity in the region. Captain Mohammed Goni, the acting Military Information Officer for the Northeast Joint Task Force, announced this in a statement on Saturday.
Goni explained that the successful precision strike was followed by ground operations to take advantage of the situation and bolster tactical advantages, underscoring the value of intelligence-led targeting in dismantling terrorist groups. He added that the Theatre Command is committed to maintaining the current operations' momentum with unwavering vigilance, determination, and professionalism.
Goni appealed to the public to continue cooperating with security forces by supplying prompt and reliable information about any suspicious movements or activities, thereby contributing to lasting peace and security throughout the North-East region.
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