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Army eliminate over 20 Boko Haram terrorists, commander in Yobe
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) have killed at least 20 Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters, including a senior commander named Abu Yusu, also known as the Munzir of Dursula, during coordinated attacks on Goniri community in Gujba Local Government Area, Yobe State.
The assaults began on the night of Monday, March 9, 2026, and continued into the early hours of Tuesday, March 10. They targeted military positions under Sector 2 of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK).
Some soldiers were injured but were quickly evacuated and are now reported to be in stable condition.
Lt. Col. Sani Uba, Media Information Officer of OPHK, confirmed that the troops successfully repelled the attackers, who had tried to advance from Goniri village and the Ngamdu junction axis in an attempt to encircle the military positions.
“The vigilant troops responded swiftly with superior firepower and tactical manoeuvres, coordinating their defence while reinforcements and air support were deployed,” Lt. Col. Uba stated. “The terrorists were overwhelmed and forced to retreat in disarray, suffering heavy casualties, including a senior commander.”
Following the clash, troops recovered several bodies, weapons, ammunition, improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and other equipment abandoned by the retreating terrorists. Follow-up operations in the Timbuktu Triangle, specifically around Gwaigomari, led to the discovery of additional terrorist casualties.
Lt. Col. Uba emphasized that the area remains firmly under military control and that ground and air forces continue aggressive follow-up operations in surrounding communities to locate any surviving terrorists.
He added, “Operation HADIN KAI remains resolute and committed to the complete defeat of terrorism and the restoration of lasting peace and security across the North-East. The Military High Command commended the troops for their gallantry and resilience while urging them to sustain the operational tempo.”
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