Troops of Operation Hadin Kai Neutralize 16 ISWAP/Boko Haram Terrorists in Borno State

Troops of the Operation Hadin Kai Joint Taskforce North-East, in a coordinated response with air support, successfully aborted an attempt by ISWAP/Boko Haram terrorists to attack the 25 Task Force Brigade Damboa in Borno State. The gallant troops, in a fierce engagement, neutralized 16 terrorists and are currently conducting a pursuit operation. The Nigerian Army confirmed the success of the operation, stating that the terrorists were forced to retreat after suffering casualties.

Key Takeaways:

• The operation was conducted by troops of the Operation Hadin Kai Joint Taskforce North-East in Borno State.
• The terrorists, who were identified as ISWAP/Boko Haram, attempted to attack the 25 Task Force Brigade Damboa in Damboa local government area.
• The troops, in a coordinated response with air support, successfully neutralized 16 terrorists in the encounter.
• The operation was confirmed by the Acting Deputy Director Operation Hadin Kai, Captain Reuben Kovangiya.
• The Nigerian Army announced that the terrorists were forced to retreat after suffering casualties, and that an ammunition storage area was hit during the exchange, but it was quickly brought under control.

Statistics:

• 16 terrorists were neutralized in the encounter.
• The operation was conducted on Friday, May 23, 2025.
• The troops were in continuation of the offensive against the terrorists.
• The Nigerian Army confirmed that the terrorists were forced to retreat after suffering casualties.

Sources:

• Nigerian Army via social media platforms
• LEADERSHIP reports