Troops of Sector 1, Operation HADIN KAI, in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) under Operation Desert Sanity V, have recorded a major operational success during a night offensive against terrorists in Komala general area.
The operation, which took place on Saturday Night at about 2300 hours (11pm) on 31 January 2025, saw the troops make decisive contact with terrorist elements after credible intelligence on their movement and activities in the area. Following a fierce exchange of fire, ten (10) terrorists were neutralised.
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), during the operation neutralized a top Boko Haram/ISWAP leader Abu Khalid, identified as the Second-in-Command of Boko Haram in the Sambisa Forest
Barely 24 hours after troops eliminated the notorious Boko Haram/ISWAP commander, Julaibib, operating within the Gujba axis of the Timbuktu Triangle, troops of Sector 1, in conjunction with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) on Operation DESERT SANITY, made contact with terrorists at the Komala general area of Konduga Local Government Area during night offensives at about 11:00 p.m. Abu Khalid was a key figure within the terrorist hierarchy, coordinating operations and logistics in the Sambisa axis.
Following the successful engagement, troops recovered five (5) AK-47 rifles, magazines, several bicycles, assorted logistics and food items, as well as huge medical consumables.
No casualty was recorded among own troops during the operation. Troops’ morale remains high as clearance operations continue across the Sambisa Forest, Mandara Mountains, Timbuktu Triangle and other known hideouts of Boko Haram and ISWAP in the North East region.
The Joint Task Force (North East) reaffirms its commitment to sustaining the tempo of operations until all terrorist elements are neutralised , lasting peace and economic stability are restored to the region.
The successful operation underscores the sustained momentum of Operation HADIN KAI in degrading terrorist capabilities and denying them freedom of action across the North-East.
The military has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining pressure on terrorist groups until lasting peace and security are restored to the region.
The Military High Command commended the troops for their sacrifices and dedication in the fight against terrorism and other criminal activities in the North East region, urging them to sustain the operational tempo.
Residents have been urged to continue to support ongoing operations by providing timely and credible information to security agencies.
