The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says troops of Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised greater than 30 terrorists and facilitated the repatriation of over 700 Nigerian refugees inside one week, following intensified army operations throughout the North East.
The disclosure was made on Monday by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, whereas briefing journalists on the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s nationwide operational actions over the previous week.
He stated the outcomes had been achieved by means of aggressive, intelligence-driven floor and air operations concentrating on Boko Haram, Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) and Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad (JAS) parts, performed in collaboration with air belongings and native safety teams.
What they’re saying
Onoja stated the army recorded vital tactical features by means of coordinated clearance operations, raids and air interdiction missions throughout Borno, Yobe and Adamawa States. He famous that the operations centered on degrading terrorist management, disrupting logistics networks and rescuing victims held in captivity.
He stated on January 30, troops conducting clearance operations within the Timbuktu Triangle round Kimba in Damboa Native Authorities Space of Borno State neutralised over 20 terrorists, together with a infamous commander recognized as Julaibib.
- “Troops additionally uncovered and destroyed three main terrorist detention services alongside the Damboa–Gujba axis of the Timbuktu Triangle, able to holding about 300 captives every, rescuing 70 victims throughout the operation.”
- “In the identical interval, the second batch of about 700 Nigerian refugees was efficiently repatriated from Cameroon by means of the Banki border in Bama LGA of Borno, with enough safety offered all through the train.”
He stated related engagements had been additionally recorded in Gwoza Native Authorities Space of Borno State, in addition to in Hong and Mubi North Native Authorities Areas of Adamawa State.
Extra insights
The DHQ spokesperson defined that the week-long operations resulted not solely within the neutralisation of terrorists but in addition in a number of arrests and recoveries, reflecting sustained strain on rebel networks. He stated suspected kidnappers had been apprehended, kidnapped victims had been rescued, and diverse weapons and army tools had been recovered throughout the engagements.
- Sustained floor offensives led to the arrest of terrorist logistics suppliers throughout the theatre of operations.
- Air interdiction missions destroyed 5 suspected vehicle-borne improvised explosive gadgets alongside the Marguna highway in Kaga Native Authorities Space of Borno State.
- Recovered gadgets included arms and ammunition utilized by terrorist parts to maintain assaults.
Onoja stated the mixture of floor and air operations continues to weaken the operational capability of terrorist teams within the area.
Why this matter
The North East has remained the epicentre of insurgency-related violence for greater than a decade, resulting in mass displacement, lack of lives and disruption of financial actions.
Navy successes that weaken terrorist teams and allow the secure return of displaced individuals are vital to restoring stability within the area.
- Neutralising terrorist commanders disrupts planning and coordination of assaults.
- Destroying detention services reduces the power of insurgents to carry civilians hostage.
- Secure repatriation of refugees helps broader efforts at resettlement and restoration.
What you need to know
Operation Hadin Kai is the Nigerian army’s counter-insurgency operation within the North East, masking Borno, Yobe and Adamawa States. The operation targets Boko Haram, ISWAP and different affiliated armed teams working throughout the area.
- The operation combines floor troop deployments with air assist and intelligence-led missions.
- It additionally works with native safety teams to reinforce community-level intelligence gathering.
Earlier this month, troops of the Joint Job Drive (North East) neutralised the second-in-command of Boko Haram, Abu Khalid, throughout an evening operation within the Sambisa Forest.
