Nigerian Military Intensifies Offensive Against Terrorist Networks

Nigerian troops under Operation HADIN KAI have eliminated 16 suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters in coordinated air and artillery strikes targeting three suspected terrorist locations in the Tunbunma area of South Lake Chad.

The operation, conducted on Tuesday, followed intelligence reports indicating the presence of key terrorist leaders and fighters in the area.

The coordinated strikes form part of ongoing military efforts to disrupt terrorist networks operating around the Lake Chad region, a strategic area that has experienced years of insurgency involving ISWAP and other armed groups.

The military said it would sustain intelligence-led operations against terrorist elements as part of broader efforts to weaken their operational capabilities and improve security in the region.

The latest operation highlights the continuing importance of intelligence gathering and coordinated military action in the fight against insurgency in northeastern Nigeria.

Authorities have also urged members of the public to provide credible information that could assist security agencies in identifying and tracking suspected terrorist activities.

However, further details about the identities of those killed, the specific weapons used and any additional operational outcomes were not provided in the information available for this report.

The Lake Chad region remains a significant security concern for Nigeria and its neighbouring countries, making sustained military operations and cooperation with local communities important to efforts to restore lasting peace and stability.

Nigerian troops under Operation Hadin Kai reportedly killed 16 suspected ISWAP fighters in coordinated air and artillery strikes on three locations in South Lake Chad on October 26, 2026.