Troops of Operation Hadin Kai repel three ISWAP attempts to overrun military positions in Northeast Nigeria within 24 hours
In Northeast, Troops Resisted 3 ISWAP’s Moves to Overrun Military Location in 24hrs
Troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), have successfully repelled three separate attempts by fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) to overrun military positions within a 24-hour period in the Northeast.
The latest failed assault occurred at Bitta in Sector 1, where troops thwarted a terrorist infiltration attempt after earlier attacks at Banki and Azir Bridge had also been decisively repelled.
According to a statement by the Media Information Officer of Operation Hadin Kai, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, the troops demonstrated superior combat readiness and tactical coordination in foiling the attempted attack on their position at Bitta.
He explained that the terrorists, apparently seeking to regain momentum after suffering recent battlefield setbacks, attempted to infiltrate the military location.
However, vigilant troops had anticipated the move and prepared a decisive counter-strategy.
As the insurgents advanced towards the position, the troops launched coordinated operations that disrupted the attackers’ formation while manoeuvring to cut off their possible withdrawal routes.
Confronted with overwhelming resistance and superior firepower, the terrorists were forced into a disorderly retreat after suffering significant losses.
“The failed infiltration at Bitta marked the third unsuccessful attempt by ISWAP fighters to breach military positions within 24 hours, following earlier attacks at Banki and Azir Bridge which were equally repelled by troops,” Uba said.
The military said the repeated setbacks suffered by the insurgents reflect the sustained operational pressure being exerted by troops of Operation Hadin Kai across the theatre of operations.
According to the statement, “The pressure has significantly limited the terrorists’ freedom of movement and curtailed their ability to stage attacks or exploit propaganda narratives.
“Despite the repeated attempts, troops remain firmly in control of all their locations and continue to dominate the operational environment through high morale, effective coordination and sustained offensive actions.
The Military High Command, however, commended the troops for their gallantry, professionalism and resilience, urging them to maintain the current operational momentum in the ongoing fight against terrorism in the North-east.
