Nigerian troops have recorded another breakthrough against insurgents in Borno State. The military said its forces neutralised an ISWAP cameraman and uncovered foreign terrorist trainers during operations in the Sambisa forest area.
IKEJA, LAGOS — The Nigerian Armed Forces have announced that troops of Operation Hadin Kai neutralised an ISWAP cameraman and uncovered the activities of foreign terrorist trainers and a medic during a series of operations in Borno State. Military authorities said the operations were carried out in terrorist enclaves within the Sambisa Forest and the Lake Chad region as part of ongoing efforts to dismantle insurgent networks. According to the Defence Headquarters, the discoveries point to continued external support for the terrorist group.
Why This Happened
According to the military, the operations targeted known ISWAP hideouts following intelligence reports. Troops reportedly recovered weapons, communication equipment and other items while clearing several locations occupied by insurgents.
The Defence Headquarters said investigations revealed that foreign nationals were involved in training fighters and providing specialised support, including medical services. Military officials said the findings underline the cross-border nature of the security threat confronting the North-East.
What They Said
The Defence Headquarters said the military remains committed to sustaining offensive operations against terrorist groups operating across the country.
According to the military, troops will continue intelligence-driven operations to disrupt insurgent activities, dismantle their logistics networks and prevent the movement of fighters across Nigeria’s borders. Officials also urged residents to continue providing credible information to security agencies to support ongoing operations.
Background to the Story
Operation Hadin Kai is the Nigerian military’s counter-insurgency campaign in the North-East. The operation focuses on combating Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), two armed groups responsible for years of violence in Borno and neighbouring states.
Security forces have intensified operations in recent months, targeting camps, logistics bases and supply routes in a bid to weaken the operational capacity of the insurgents.
What This Means for Nigeria
The development means security agencies are expanding efforts to identify both local and foreign elements supporting insurgent groups in the North-East. The discovery of alleged foreign trainers and a medic could shape future counterterrorism operations and regional security cooperation. Military authorities say sustained intelligence gathering and collaboration with neighbouring countries remain essential to addressing the threat.
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