The troops sustain pressure on terrorists in Nigeria’s North-East as the Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai, recorded fresh operational gains in Borno and Yobe states within the last 24 hours.
Military operations included receiving escapees from terrorist captivity, conducting air surveillance, and intercepting suspected logistics suppliers.
The development reflects ongoing counter-insurgency efforts aimed at weakening terrorist networks and securing affected communities.
The North-East region, particularly Borno and Yobe states, has remained a focal point of Nigeria’s counter-terrorism operations due to prolonged insurgency activities.
Operation Hadin Kai continues to coordinate ground and air operations targeting terrorist enclaves, supply routes, and support networks.
Sustained military pressure has been central to efforts aimed at reducing attacks, rescuing abducted persons, and restoring civil authority in affected areas.
The latest update highlights ongoing tactical operations and intelligence-driven engagements across key locations in the region.
According to an operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria, troops on Wednesday received 10 persons who escaped from terrorist captivity in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
The escapees comprised three adult females and seven minors, who were abducted during an earlier attack on Ngoshe community.
The report stated that the victims fled from a terrorist enclave and returned safely. It added: “They provided useful intelligence on activities and locations of the terrorists, including the presence of a key commander in the enclave while their profiling is ongoing.”
Air operations also formed part of the ongoing offensive. The Air Component conducted night patrols along key supply routes, covering Auno, Molai, Konduga, and Maiduguri axes.
During the mission, “aerial surveillance detected suspicious movements south of Auno, prompting probing fire by the aircraft.”
In a separate operation, troops intercepted suspected logistics suppliers to terrorist groups during a night patrol in Yusufari Local Government Area of Yobe State.
The report indicated that troops recovered large quantities of Premium Motor Spirit concealed in sacks and arrested several suspects, including a driver, a motor boy, and fuel station staff.
Recovered items and suspects are currently in custody for further investigation, according to the military report.
The continued efforts where troops sustain pressure on terrorists highlight a multi-dimensional strategy involving intelligence gathering, air surveillance, and disruption of supply chains.
The interception of fuel supplies suggests a targeted approach to weakening terrorist logistics, which are critical for mobility and operations.
The return of escapees and their provision of intelligence may support future operations by identifying key locations and command structures within terrorist enclaves.
This reinforces the role of human intelligence in complementing military action in the region.
Sustained operations also contribute to broader national security objectives, including the protection of civilian populations, restoration of normal activities, and stabilisation of the North-East.
