The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) suffered significant losses in fighters and equipment as troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) repelled their attack in Buratai axis of Biu Local Government Area of Borno State on Friday morning.

The insurgents launched the attack multiple attacks on troops’ locations at Dusten Kura and Chara road in the Buratai axis but alert troops, supported by robust intelligence, promptly detected the incursion and responded with superior firepower in a well-coordinated air and ground counter-attack.

Acting Military Information Officer OPHK, Capt. Mohammed Goni, said a statement that the prompt and effective employment of the Air Component of OPHK, particularly Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance as well as precision strike platforms from the Nigerian Air force, proved decisive.

“The precision air support integrated seamlessly with ground forces, disrupted the terrorists’ assault and inflicted heavy casualties on the attackers, forcing them to flee in confusion. It is worthy to note that no casualties were recorded on own troops, while the terrorists suffered significant losses in personnel and equipment.

Goni said the latest success underscores the high state of readiness of OPHK troops and the synergy between the ground and air components in maintaining relentless pressure on the terrorists.

According to him, the Theatre Command remains committed to denying insurgents freedom of action and ensuring the safety of law-abiding citizens across the North East theatre.

He urged the public to continue providing timely intelligence to security forces and to remain vigilant, adding that troops would comtinue to sustain aggressive offensive operations to decisively degrade terrorist capabilities and restore lasting peace to the region.