Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have neutralised five terrorists and rescued three abducted civilians during a coordinated military operation in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State.
The operation, carried out in the early hours of Saturday, 4 January 2026, was conducted in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF). The troops engaged the terrorists at a known crossing point along the Sojiri axis, where the insurgents were reportedly attempting to move with their captives.
According to military sources, the encounter led to the neutralisation of five terrorists, with no casualties recorded among the troops. Three civilians abducted by the terrorists were successfully rescued during the operation.
Items recovered from the scene included AK-47 rifles and other sundry materials believed to have been used by the terrorists.
The latest success highlighted the sustained offensive operations being carried out by Operation HADIN KAI against terrorist elements in the North East, as well as the effectiveness of cooperation between the military and local security groups.
Security forces have maintained dominance across the operational theatre, with troop morale described as high despite evolving security challenges. The military has reiterated its commitment to dismantling terrorist networks and restoring lasting peace and stability in the region.
