Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have successfully repelled a coordinated terrorist attack on their Forward Operating Base in Kangar, Mallam Fatori area of Borno State.
The attack, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, 4th November 2025, was launched by Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists who used armed drones and mortar fire in an attempt to breach the military position.
According to a statement by the Media Information Officer of Operation Hadin Kai, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, the troops, with reinforcement from Sector 3, displayed exceptional courage and tactical superiority to defeat the attackers.
The statement adds that close air support from the Nigerien Air Force played a key role in subduing the terrorists, who later retreated in disarray into the waterways of the Tumbuns, evacuating several of their casualties.
A mop-up operation after the encounter led to the recovery of five AK-47 rifles, eight magazines, over 250 rounds of ammunition, RPG bombs, drone bombs, grenades, and other military items.
Follow-up airstrikes by the Nigerian and Nigerien Air Forces on fleeing terrorists reportedly neutralised additional scores of the insurgents.
Some personnel of the Joint Task Force and members of the Civilian Joint Task Force sustained minor injuries during the encounter but have since been evacuated for medical attention and are said to be in stable condition.
The Military High Command has commended the troops for their bravery and professionalism, reaffirming the commitment of the Nigerian Armed Forces to restoring lasting peace and security in the North East region.
