The Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI on Friday morning delivered yet another decisive blow to ISWAP terrorists in Borno State, eliminating several of them during an attack in the Buratai axis.
Operation HADIN KAI’s acting military information officer, Captain Mohammed Goni, disclosed this in a statement.
The troops “once again demonstrated their operational dominance and combat readiness by successfully defeating ISWAP’s attack and launching a devastating counteroffensive against the terrorists in the Buratai axis.”
According to him, “In the early hours of 19 June 2026, ISWAP terrorists launched multiple attacks on troops’ locations at Dusten Kura and Chara road in Buratai, Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.
“Troops on alert, supported by robust intelligence, promptly detected the incursion and responded with superior firepower in a well-coordinated air and ground counter-attack.
“The prompt and effective employment of the Air Component of OPHK, particularly intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance as well as precision strike platforms from the Nigerian Air force, proved decisive.
“The precision air support integrated seamlessly with ground forces, disrupted the terrorists’ assault and inflicted heavy casualties on the attackers, forcing them to flee in confusion. “
It is worthy to note that no casualties were recorded among our troops, while the terrorists suffered significant losses in personnel and equipment, he added.
This latest success underscores the high state of readiness of OPHK troops and the synergy between the ground and air components in maintaining relentless pressure on the terrorists.
The Theatre Command remains committed to denying insurgents freedom of action and ensuring the safety of law-abiding citizens across the North East theatre.
The public is urged to continue providing timely intelligence to security forces and to remain vigilant.
OPHK assured it would continue to sustain aggressive offensive operations to decisively degrade terrorist capabilities and restore lasting peace to the region.
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