Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have recorded major operational successes against terrorist elements in the North-East, neutralising improvised explosive device threats, disrupting logistics networks and intercepting supplies intended for insurgents in a series of operations conducted between 16 and 19 June 2026.
According to an official signed statement by Acting Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI, Captain Mohammed Goni, the operations underscore the military’s sustained offensive against terrorist groups operating within the theatre.
The statement disclosed that on 16 June 2026, troops of the 135 Special Forces Battalion Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team, working alongside the Quick Reaction Force, responded to intelligence provided by local residents regarding the emplacement of Improvised Explosive Devices along the Biu–Buratai Road. Acting on the information, the troops conducted a fighting patrol to the area where they identified and professionally detonated five IED cylinders planted by terrorists. The operation was completed without casualties, and the troops safely returned to base.
In another operation on 17 June 2026, troops of the 153 Task Force Battalion engaged terrorists along the Miyanti–Ngoshe axis while returning from a picketing duty in Kirawa. The troops encountered an unconfirmed number of insurgents mounted on about 60 motorcycles. Despite coming under attack, the soldiers responded with superior firepower, forcing the terrorists to retreat towards Miyanti.
Following the encounter, troops recovered 817 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, three motorcycles, two solar panels, 102 sachets of salt, one motorcycle tyre, two motorcycle tubes and several motorcycle spare parts believed to be part of the terrorists’ logistics support system.
The statement further revealed that on 19 June 2026, troops of the 27 Task Force Brigade Garrison recorded another breakthrough after acting on credible intelligence concerning terrorist logistics activities. During a routine stop-and-search operation at the brigade checkpoint, troops intercepted and arrested two suspected Boko Haram Terrorists/Islamic State West Africa Province logistics suppliers identified as Mohammed Bukar, also known as “Dege”, aged 35, and his apprentice, Iliyasu Abdullahi, aged 26.
The suspects were apprehended while travelling in a cyan Volkswagen vehicle with registration number FGF-357-AG. Troops discovered that they were transporting Premium Motor Spirit and relief materials allegedly destined for Boko Haram and ISWAP elements.
Operation HADIN KAI said the successful operations reaffirm the commitment of troops to denying terrorists freedom of movement, dismantling their support networks and safeguarding communities across the North-East. The military also urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible intelligence to security agencies, stressing that such cooperation remains vital to ongoing counter-terrorism operations.
