Troops disrupt terrorists' actions in Lake Chad, neutralise scores of terrorists

The Joint Task Force (North-East), Operation OPHK, Task Force, following intelligence- led info, has neutralised scores of terrorists in Lake Chad area.

Captain Mohammed Goni, performing Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North-East) Operation HADIN KAI Maiduguri, in an announcement mentioned on 26 October 2026, troops performed engagements in opposition to suspected terrorist components at separate places in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State and neutralised 28 terrorists whereas six others reportedly sustained accidents.

In additional operations on 28 October 2026, the Maritime Component, Naval Base Lake Chad deployed in Baga, performed offensive actions in opposition to terrorists’ targets throughout the Lake Chad space, and neutralised eight terrorists, whereas 10 others reportedly sustained various levels of accidents.

Also, an air interdiction mission efficiently disrupted a suspected terrorist improvised explosive device-laying operation, neutralizing eight operatives and destroying their automobile, bikes and IED supplies.

“The operation prevented the terrorist team from proceeding with its planned activity,” it mentioned.

The Theatre Command urged members of the general public to proceed offering credible info to safety businesses in assist of ongoing efforts to revive lasting peace and safety throughout the theatre.