Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have killed 15 terrorists in an air strike northwest of Pulka in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
The operation, carried out at about 11:50 p.m. on Friday, October 23, followed intelligence reports and confirmed sightings of terrorist movements in the area.
In a statement issued on Saturday, October 24, the Acting Military Information Officer at the headquarters of Operation HADIN KAI, Captain Mohammed Goni, said ground troops moved into the area after the air strike to consolidate the gains.
“The successful engagement highlights the effectiveness of intelligence-driven targeting and coordinated military action in disrupting terrorist movements and degrading their operational capabilities.
“It also reflects the unwavering commitment of Operation HADIN KAI to denying terrorist groups freedom of action and preventing them from threatening communities within the theatre.
“The operation forms part of the sustained offensive posture of troops, supported by effective intelligence gathering and coordinated employment of available military capabilities.
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“Through these efforts, the Theatre Command continues to maintain pressure on terrorist elements, disrupt their activities and strengthen the security environment across the North East.
“Operation HADIN KAI remains resolute in its mission to defeat terrorism and insurgency, protect law-abiding citizens and create the conditions necessary for the restoration of normalcy and socio-economic activities in affected communities.
“The Theatre Command reassures the public that troops will sustain the momentum of ongoing operations with vigilance, determination and professionalism”, the statement read in part.
The military said the strike formed part of ongoing offensive operations aimed at restricting terrorist movements, disrupting their activities and weakening their operational capabilities across the North-East.
The Theatre Command also urged residents to continue supporting security agencies by reporting suspicious movements and activities and providing timely, credible information.
It stressed that cooperation between the military and civilians remained vital to sustaining operational gains and achieving lasting peace and security in the region.