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Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have reportedly killed 15 terrorists, together with two ISWAP commanders, in air strikes that destroyed a suspected IED logistics hideout in Marte Local Government Area of Borno State.
The operation came about round 9:20 p.m. on October 28, 2026, close to Kerenoa, following intelligence studies about terrorist actions in the realm.
According to safety analyst Zagazola Makama, the army mentioned surveillance detected two suspected terrorists using a bike to a makeshift construction earlier than additional monitoring revealed the presence of further fighters.
The army mentioned precision strikes have been subsequently launched towards the situation, with a battle injury evaluation indicating that 15 terrorists had been neutralised and constructions destroyed.
The two commanders recognized amongst these killed have been Abu Musanna and Hassan Abu Huraira, described by the army as outstanding ISWAP figures.
Several different fighters have been reportedly wounded, together with the ISWAP Wali, or governor, of the realm, who was mentioned to have sustained essential accidents.
The army added {that a} secondary fireplace noticed after the strikes recommended the construction might have been used to retailer improvised explosive gadget supplies.
“The Joint Task Force would continue coordinated operations against terrorist elements in the region in pursuit of its mandate to restore lasting peace and security,” the report said.
