Multinational Joint Task Force Repels Boko Haram Attack, Kills Terrorist Commander and Six Others

The Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) successfully repelled a vicious attack by Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists at Koulfoua Island in the Lake Chad region. The MNJTF troops, operating under Sector 2, dealt a significant blow to the terror groups, killing a terrorist commander, Amir Dumkei, and five other terrorists in the operation. The encounter occurred on Tuesday, 15 July 2025, near the bank of Koulfoua, where the MNJTF troops employed superior firepower to neutralize the terrorists.

Key Takeaways:

  • The MNJTF troops repelled a vicious attack by Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists at Koulfoua Island, killing a terrorist commander, Amir Dumkei, and five other terrorists.
  • The operation resulted in the recovery of nine AK-47 rifles, three boats, and a large cache of ammunition from the terrorists.
  • The MNJTF troops were engaged in an intense artillery and coordinated fire power bombardment, which led to the neutralization of the terrorist commander and five others.
  • The remaining terrorists fled with gunshot injuries, and MNJTF troops are in pursuit of the fleeing terrorists.
  • Clearance operations are ongoing to ensure the security of the area.
  • The Force Commander of the MNJTF, Major General Godwin Mutkut, commended the troops for their unwavering commitment to eradicating terrorism and ensuring the safety and security of the people in the Lake Chad region.

Statistics:

  • Nine AK-47 rifles were recovered from the terrorists.
  • Three boats were seized by the MNJTF troops.
  • A large cache of ammunition was recovered from the terrorists.
  • The terrorist commander, Amir Dumkei, and five other terrorists were killed in the operation.

Sources:

  • A statement by MNJTF's Chief Military Public Information Officer, Lt.-Col. Olaniyi Osoba.