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[/b]TROOPS OF OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA DEAL HEAVY BLOW TO TERRORISTS, RESCUE ABDUCTEES IN SOKOTO AND KATSINA STATES[b]

Troops OF Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA in a sustained effort to rid the North West region of terrorism and banditry have recorded another significant operational successes. Through a series of coordinated offensive operations across Sokoto and Katsina States, the gallant troops neutralised armed terrorists, foiled a terrorist attack and thwarted a kidnapping attempt and recovered large cache of arms and rustled livestock.

The first of these decisive encounters occurred on 21 June 2026, when armed terrorists attempted to infiltrate Tureta town in Sokoto State. Responding swiftly to actionable intelligence, the vigilant troops engaged the criminals, forcing them to abandon their sinister mission and flee.

Following this initial encounter, aerial surveillance tracked the fleeing terrorists to Sulubawa Gidan Kare village, where they were observed moving with abducted civilians and rustled livestock. Acting promptly, the troops launched a hot pursuit. Despite encountering a hastily mounted ambush by the retreating terrorists, the troops displayed exceptional courage and superior firepower, fighting through the ambush and compelling the criminals to scatter. This valiant effort led to the successful rescue of the abductees, the recovery of the rustled cattle and the seizure of 2 motorcycles used by the terrorists.

In a related development during the early hours of 22 June 2026, troops executed an intelligence-driven dawn raid on a known terrorist enclave in Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State. The surprise assault completely overwhelmed the terrorists. During the ensuing firefight, 2 terrorists were neutralised, while several others fled the scene with varying degrees of gunshot wounds.

A thorough exploitation of the hideout yielded significant recoveries, including One PKT assault rifle, one AK 47 rifle with a quantity of ammunition, 3 motorcycles, mobile communication devices, rustled livestock, and other logistical items used to facilitate their criminal enterprises.

These recent victories underscore the unwavering determination, professionalism, and resilience of the troops of JTF NW Operation FANSAN YAMMA in taking the fight directly to the enclaves of terrorist and criminal elements. We assure the public that aggressive operations will be sustained to dismantle all terrorist networks, deny them freedom of action and restore lasting peace and security across the North West region.

ALIYU DANJA
Lieutenant Colonel
Media Information Officer
Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA
22 June 2026

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[/b]NIGERIA–UK DEFENCE PARTNERSHIP: OPERATION HADIN KAI HOSTS UK DEPUTY CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF[b]

The Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI today hosted the United Kingdom Deputy Chief of Defence Staff (Military Strategy and Operations), Lieutenant General Charlie Collins, and his delegation during a strategic visit to Maiduguri, Borno State.

The visit underscores the enduring defence partnership between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, as well as the shared commitment of both nations to strengthening regional security, countering terrorism, and enhancing military professionalism through sustained cooperation.

During the engagement, Lieutenant General Collins reaffirmed the United Kingdom’s commitment to continued collaboration with Nigeria, emphasizing the importance of building upon the longstanding relationship between both countries in addressing contemporary security challenges.

The Theatre Commander, Operation HADIN KAI, Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar expressed appreciation for the United Kingdom’s support to ongoing capacity-building efforts. Air Vice Marshal Olusola Akinboyewa, the Deputy Theatre Commander who held brief, highlighted the value of strategic partnerships, training cooperation, and professional military development in consolidating operational gains and advancing lasting peace and stability across the North East.

Highlights of the visit included the inspection of a Quarter Guard and the observation of a practical field training exercise conducted under the auspices of the British Military Advisory and Training Team (BMATT). The training reflects the continued commitment of both partners to capability development and professional military education, key enablers for enhancing operational effectiveness, sustaining battlefield successes, and advancing long-term security and stability in the North East.

MOHAMMED GONI
Captain
Acting Military Information Officer
Headquarters Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI
MAIDUGURI
22 June, 2026

🇳🇬⚓ NIGERIAN NAVY SPECIAL BOAT SERVICE (SBS) – TIER 1 SPECIAL FORCES CONDUCT VBSS TRAINING ONBOARD A NIGERIAN NAVY WARSHIP 🚢⚓

The Nigerian Navy's Special Boat Service (SBS) a Tier 1 special forces unit comparable to the world's best is seen conducting Visit, Board, Search,…

— PATRIOTIC SOJA ($TSIR-MUNCHAN) (@Pressman2040) June 22, 2026

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https://x.com/DejiAdesogan/status/2067935795353133298?s=20[/quote][/b]NAF AIR STRIKES DEGRADE TERRORIST STRONGHOLDS, SUSTAIN OFFENSIVE IN NORTH-WEST[b]

*PRESS RELEASE*

NAF AIR STRIKES DEGRADE TERRORIST STRONGHOLDS, SUSTAIN OFFENSIVE IN NORTH-WEST pic.twitter.com/nuHO9LOMg1

— Nigerian Air Force (@NigAirForce) June 20, 2026

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[/b]OPERATION HADIN KAI DELIVERS ANOTHER DECISIVE BLOW TO ISWAP TERRORISTS[b]

The Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI has once again demonstrated its operational dominance and combat readiness by successfully defeating ISWAP attack and launching a devastating counter-offensive against the terrorists in the Buratai axis.

In the early hours of 19 June 2026, ISWAP terrorists launched multiple attacks on troops' locations at Dusten Kura and Chara road in Buratai, Biu Local Government Area of Borno State. The alert troops, supported by robust intelligence, promptly detected the incursion and responded with superior firepower in a well-coordinated air and ground counter-attack.

The prompt and effective employment of the Air Component of OPHK, particularly Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance as well as precision strike platforms from the Nigerian Air force, proved decisive. The precision air support integrated seamlessly with ground forces, disrupted the terrorists' assault and inflicted heavy casualties on the attackers, forcing them to flee in confusion. It is worthy to note that no casualties were recorded on own troops, while the terrorists suffered significant losses in personnel and equipment.

This latest success underscores the high state of readiness of OPHK troops and the synergy between the ground and air components in maintaining relentless pressure on the terrorists. The Theatre Command remains committed to denying insurgents freedom of action and ensuring the safety of law-abiding citizens across the North East theatre.

The public is urged to continue providing timely intelligence to security forces and to remain vigilant. OPHK would comtinue to sustain aggressive offensive operations to decisively degrade terrorist capabilities and restore lasting peace to the region.

MOHAMMED GONI
Captain
Acting Military Information Officer
Headquarters Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI
MAIDUGURI
19 June 2026

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[/b]Nigerian Airforce AW109S Trekker[b]

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qV6GdSct3A?is=JIlbsgdvfnM9hz_C

I was watching this cool documentary about light track All-terrain vehicles design for specialised SF units for tough terrains, guess what i saw at 2.08 👇

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So, so sad.....



https://x.com/secmxx/status/2066835460278612300?s=20[/quote]This was before the terrorists burnt the @NPF APC

The Nigerian police 👮 is also in the heat of things in Zamfara..... Bagega - anka road Zamfara yesterday... 🙏 🙏 🙏 pic.twitter.com/6qYwEANMyo

— usman (@secmxx) June 16, 2026

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EPAIL show-casing it's MRAP Vehicles and heavy quadcopter drone like "BABAYOGA" used in ongoing Ukraine - Russia war and other products.

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[/b]DICON, DICON-D7G, EPAIL & indigenous security industry showcasing its capabilities at the National Private Security Conference 2026 in Abuja[b]

DICON-D7G, a leading Nigerian defence company, showcased its capabilities at the National Private Security Conference 2026 in Abuja. pic.twitter.com/IpBKzb7vmu

— DICOND7G.NG (@DiconD7gNg) June 16, 2026

DICON-D7G, a leading Nigerian defence company, showcased its capabilities at the National Private Security Conference 2026 in Abuja. pic.twitter.com/IpBKzb7vmu

— DICOND7G.NG (@DiconD7gNg) June 16, 2026

NIGERIAN ARMY, ONSA TACTICAL TEAM NEUTRALISE OVER 15 TERRORISTS, INCLUDING TOP LEADER KACHALLA IBRAHIM BATTIJO, IN KOGI STATE

Troops of the Nigerian Army, in conjunction with the ONSA Tactical Team, have neutralised over 15 terrorists, including wanted kingpin Kachalla Ibrahim… pic.twitter.com/xU1HlQNWx5

— TheRadarNewsNG (@TheRadarNewsNG) June 16, 2026

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Hmm!! no difference between equipment of CJTF and Army now o. Meanwhile, we are still going round and round on the issue of State Policing?

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[/b]Borno State Governor Prof Zullum contribution to National/Borno insecurity[b]

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CJTF are now being upgraded and better equipped.

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[/b]Borno State Governor Prof Zullum contribution to National/Borno insecurity[b]

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[/b]#NN
#MARINE-COMMANDO'S
#AKA; BUSH-MEN[b]

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[/b]PRESS RELEASE

NAF PRECISION STRIKES DESTROY TERRORIST ENCLAVE, NEUTRALISE SCORES OF TERRORISTS IN LAKE CHAD REGION[b]

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), under the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI, has recorded another major operational success following precision air strikes that destroyed a terrorist enclave and neutralised scores of terrorists at METELE in the Northern Tumbuns area of the Lake Chad Basin. The operation, conducted in the early hours of 10 June 2026, was launched after credible intelligence and subsequent Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions confirmed the presence of a senior terrorist commander, terrorist hideouts, and heightened terrorist activity within the area.

Acting on the intelligence, NAF air assets engaged the identified targets with precision. Upon arrival, aircrew observed significant terrorist movement around the concealed structures, confirming the presence of hostile elements. Following positive target identification, the aircraft executed devastating strikes on the designated locations. Post-strike Battle Damage Assessment confirmed the destruction of the terrorist enclave and the neutralisation of scores of terrorists.

Reacting to the successful operation, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, commended the personnel involved and reaffirmed the NAF's commitment to sustaining relentless pressure on terrorist elements. He stated: "We will continue to leverage our air power capabilities to locate, strike, and destroy terrorist targets wherever they are found. The Nigerian Air Force remains resolute in denying terrorists freedom of action and ensuring they have no safe haven within our sovereign territory."

Ehimen Ejodame
Air Commodore
Director of Public Relations and Information,
Headquarters, Nigerian Air Force.

11 June 2026

PRESS RELEASE

NAF PRECISION STRIKES DESTROY TERRORIST ENCLAVE, NEUTRALISE SCORES OF TERRORISTS IN LAKE CHAD REGION pic.twitter.com/Ki69FzwjRy

— Nigerian Air Force (@NigAirForce) June 11, 2026

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[/b]NAF ADVANCES SPECIAL FORCES PREPAREDNESS THROUGH AIR-TO-GROUND INTEGRATION TRAINING[b]

As part of ongoing efforts to enhance operational effectiveness and strengthen joint force capabilities, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), through the Air Warfare and Doctrine Centre (AWDC), conducted an Air-to-Ground Integration training package from 4 to 6 June 2026 for trainees of the ongoing Special Forces Course 13/2026 at the Regiment Training Centre Annex (RTCA), Bauchi. The training reflects the Chief of the Air Staff's commitment to developing a highly professional, agile and mission-ready force capable of effectively addressing contemporary security challenges.

The training was designed to deepen participants' understanding of joint operations and enhance their ability to effectively integrate air power into ground missions. Trainees were exposed to key principles, procedures and operational considerations required for seamless coordination between air and ground forces. The package highlighted the critical role of air assets in intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), close air support, casualty evacuation, aerial resupply and rapid force projection during special operations. Speaking during the training, the Commandant of RTCA Bauchi, Squadron Leader Edeama Lawrence Akpan, emphasised the growing importance of air-to-ground integration in modern warfare. He noted that successful mission accomplishment increasingly depends on effective synchronisation between air and ground elements, particularly in complex operational environments.

Resource persons from AWDC delivered presentations on mission planning, communication procedures, target acquisition, airspace coordination measures, close air support procedures and the responsibilities of ground forces in the employment of air power. The interactive sessions provided participants with opportunities to engage facilitators, seek clarifications and gain deeper insight into the planning and execution of joint operations. The training aligns with the Chief of the Air Staff's emphasis on operational effectiveness, doctrinal development and capacity building as critical enablers of mission success. It also supports the NAF's commitment to producing highly skilled and combat-ready Special Forces personnel capable of operating effectively within a joint operational framework.

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#AirToGroundIntegration #NAFSpecialForces #OperationalReadiness #JointOperations #CombatEffectiveness