Operation Hadin Kai troops kill Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters, dismantle camp in Adamawa

By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri MAIDUGURI — Troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), in collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) Tactical Team, have killed more than 20 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists and destroyed their camp in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State. Several other terrorists reportedly escaped […] The post OPHK troops kill over 20 Boko Haram terrorists, destroy camp in Adamawa appeared first on Vanguard News.

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), working with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) Tactical Team, have killed more than 21 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists during a major offensive in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State.This was disclosed in a press statement signed by the Acting Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, Capt. Mohammed Goni.The joint force included the ONSA Tactical Team and newly inducted troops of 226 Battalion deployed to Sector 4 in Adamawa State. The operation took place in the Kopre Mountain general area on Thursday, August 27, 2026, following credible intelligence on terrorist activities in the location.Goni said the troops conducted a stealth operation through difficult terrain before launching a precision attack on the terrorists’ camp in the early hours of the day.“The troops engaged the terrorists in two separate encounters, resulting in the death of over 21 terrorists, while several others escaped with gunshot wounds,” he stated.Following the operation, the troops took control of the area, dismantled the terrorist camp and destroyed its logistics infrastructure, further weakening the group’s ability to operate there.Several motorcycles, bicycles and jerrycans containing Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), believed to have been used for terrorist logistics and mobility, were also destroyed. Troops recovered several AK-47 rifles, magazines and a substantial quantity of 7.62mm Special ammunition.Goni noted that the operation formed part of ongoing efforts to locate and rescue victims held by terrorist elements, including persons abducted from Mussa community in May and schoolchildren abducted from Lassa in June 2026.He said the successful offensive demonstrated the ability of the joint forces to operate effectively in difficult terrain while disrupting terrorist strongholds and denying them freedom of movement.The military spokesman commended the troops and the ONSA Tactical Team for their gallantry, professionalism and coordination. He assured residents that Operation HADIN KAI would sustain intelligence-driven operations across the North-East until abducted persons are located and rescued, while efforts continue to restore lasting peace and security in the region.    

By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — Troops of Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with a Special Tactical Team from the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), have neutralised more than 21 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists during a coordinated search-and-rescue operation in the Kopre Mountain area of Hong Local Government Area, Adamawa State. The troops also dismantled […] The post Joint troops neutralise over 21 Boko Haram, ISWAP terrorists in Adamawa appeared first on Vanguard News.

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), in collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) Tactical Team, have killed more than 21 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists during a major offensive in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State. This was contained in a press statement signed by the Acting Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint […] Troops kill over 21 Boko Haram, ISWAP terrorists, destroy camp in Adamawa