Six suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), alongside their families, have surrendered to Nigerian troops as ongoing military operations continue to weaken terrorist networks across the North East.
The development was disclosed by the Acting Military Information Officer of the Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai, Captain Mohammed Goni.
According to the military, the suspects surrendered to troops of 192 Battalion (Main), Sector 1 Operation Hadin Kai, with items recovered including more than ₦1.5 million in cash, two Tecno mobile phones, and other materials.
The surrendered suspects are currently undergoing interrogation, while recovered items remain in military custody as investigations continue.
In a separate operation, troops of 115 Task Force Battalion rescued two additional abductees during a search and rescue mission in Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State.
The operation, conducted on July 7, 2026, targeted terrorist hideouts in the area.
The military said troops recovered ₦1.2 million suspected to be proceeds of criminal activities, alongside food supplies and logistics materials believed to have supported terrorist operations.
The rescued victims have been moved to a secure location where they are receiving medical attention and psychosocial support.
The military also confirmed that troops repelled a coordinated attack by ISWAP terrorists in Borno State, although one soldier was killed during the engagement.
According to the statement, insurgents briefly breached part of the defensive perimeter of a military base during an intense firefight.
However, troops quickly regrouped, launched a counter-offensive, and forced the attackers to withdraw after inflicting significant casualties.
The military disclosed that two gun trucks and some combat equipment were damaged during the attack.
It added that the situation at FOB Logomani remains under control, with reinforcements deployed and further security measures being implemented.
The military also announced the arrest of several suspected terrorist logistics suppliers involved in supporting insurgent activities.
Troops of 232 Battalion arrested a suspected criminal in Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
A follow-up operation led to the recovery of:
- One AK-47 rifle
- Two magazines
- Twenty-eight rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition
The suspect and recovered weapons are currently in military custody as investigations continue.
In another operation, troops of 149 Battalion arrested two suspected ISWAP logistics suppliers in Mobbar Local Government Area of Borno State.
Recovered items included cash, a Volkswagen Golf vehicle, construction materials, household goods, and other supplies suspected to have been intended for terrorist groups.
The military further revealed that troops of 24 Task Force Brigade, working with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force, carried out clearance operations around Wulgo, forcing terrorists to abandon a sack containing assorted illicit drugs.
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Troops also apprehended a suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP logistics supplier at the Molai checkpoint while allegedly transporting medical supplies without proper clearance.
Similarly, troops of 233 Tank Battalion, alongside local hunters, arrested another suspected terrorist logistics supplier from Ngirya village in Tarmuwa Local Government Area of Yobe State.
The suspect was reportedly intercepted with five motorcycle tyres believed to be linked to terrorist logistics activities.
Operation Hadin Kai said the latest successes demonstrate the impact of sustained military offensives, intelligence gathering, and collaboration between security agencies and local support groups.
The command assured Nigerians that search and rescue operations would continue until all abducted persons are accounted for and safely reunited with their families.
The military also warned individuals providing food, fuel, transportation, construction materials, or other support to terrorist organisations to immediately stop such activities.
It said anyone found aiding terrorist groups would be identified, arrested, and prosecuted according to Nigerian law.
