Operation Hadin Kai Joint Taskforce North-East Thwarts Boko Haram/ISWAP Terrorists' Attempt in Borno State

Strategic Insights -

Troops of the Operation Hadin Kai Joint Taskforce North-East have successfully foiled a Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists' attempt to lay mines on a bridge along the Marte - Dikwa Road in Borno State. The operation, which took place in Konduga, Bama, and Gwoza local government areas, resulted in the killing of nine suspected terrorists and the recovery of various ammunitions. Captain Reuben Kovangiya, the Spokesman of Operation Hadin Kai, stated that the troops have sustained series of offensive operations, including ambushes and fighting patrols, leading to the neutralization of the terrorists and the thwarting of their plans.

Key Takeaways:

  • Nine suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists were killed in fierce operations against the terrorists in Konduga, Bama, and Gwoza local government areas of Borno State.
  • The troops foiled the terrorists' attempt to lay mines on a bridge along the Marte - Dikwa Road.
  • Ammunition recovered from the terrorists include two heavy Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and IED equipment.
  • The sustained operations highlight Operation Hadin Kai's determination to deny insurgents freedom of action.
  • The troops also recovered AK-47 Rifles and PKT Machine guns in the North-East area.
  • The operations were led by Captain Reuben Kovangiya, the Spokesman of Operation Hadin Kai.
  • The terrorists' attempt to lay mines was thwarted, and the bridge was secured.

Statistics:

  • Nine (9) suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists were killed in the operation.
  • Two heavy Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and IED equipment were recovered from the terrorists.
  • AK-47 Rifles and PKT Machine guns were recovered in the North-East area.

Sources:

  • "Troops kill 9 Boko Haram terrorists, recover ammunitions in Borno" (Source:

* "Operation Hadin Kai neutralizes terrorists, foils plan to lay mines in Borno" (Source: