BREAKING: Terrorists Stage Public Eid Prayer in Borno After Maiduguri Bombings

Hundreds of fighters linked to Boko Haram and ISWAP have been spotted gathering openly in the Lake Chad region of Borno State to observe Eid prayers, armed with assault rifles and other sophisticated weapons.

The bold display, captured in widely circulated footage, comes shortly after the Maiduguri bombings—raising fresh concerns over worsening insecurity in Nigeria’s North-East.

The incident highlights the growing confidence of insurgent groups, as they operate in large numbers without fear, signaling ongoing challenges for security forces in the region.

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Troops Eliminate Top Boko Haram/ISWAP Commander Abu Khalid In Sambisa Forest

Nigerian troops under the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai, have killed a senior Boko Haram/ISWAP commander, Abu Khalid, during a night offensive in Sambisa Forest, Borno State.

Military authorities confirmed that Khalid served as the group’s second-in-command within the Sambisa axis. He was neutralised alongside 10 other fighters during the coordinated operation.

The Theatre Command’s Media Information Officer, Lieutenant-Colonel Sani Uba, disclosed the development in a statement on Sunday, noting that the success came less than 24 hours after troops eliminated another notorious commander, Julaibib, operating around the Gujba area of the Timbuktu Triangle.

According to Uba, soldiers from Sector 1, working closely with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) under Operation Desert Sanity, engaged the terrorists at the Komala general area in Konduga Local Government Area at about 11 p.m., leading to the deaths of the insurgents.

The military said the continued offensives are part of ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist strongholds and restore security across the North-East.

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Nigerian Army Dismisses Soldier Over Leaked Video of Deadly Boko Haram IED Attack in Borno

The Nigerian Army has dismissed Private Mansur Adamu for allegedly leaking video footage from a deadly IED attack by Boko Haram near Gubio, Borno State, which killed at least nine soldiers and injured several others. The blast occurred as troops traveled from Maiduguri, with the rear of the convoy struck by explosives planted by insurgents. The military emphasized that unauthorized disclosures of sensitive operational information are prohibited. The incident involved soldiers from 145 Damasak under 5 Brigade Maiduguri, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region.

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Airstrikes Kill Over 40 Terrorists In Borno — NAF

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says more than 40 terrorists were killed in coordinated airstrikes carried out in Azir and Musarram areas of Borno State, successfully foiling planned attacks on nearby civilian communities.

In a statement on Sunday, NAF Spokesman, Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, disclosed that the precision strikes were conducted on January 15 and 16 by NAF aircraft operating under the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai, following credible intelligence on terrorist movements and imminent threats.

Ejodame added that further aerial scans revealed terrorist elements attempting to regroup under nearby tree cover, prompting successive precision strikes that neutralised several of them.

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Troops Foil Coordinated Terrorist Attacks, Neutralise Insurgents in Borno and Adamawa

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have foiled coordinated terrorist attacks and neutralised scores of insurgents in Borno and Adamawa states.

In Borno State, the terrorists launched a large-scale, multi-directional assault on the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Azir on Friday. However, the attack was successfully repelled by troops following intense engagements.

Security sources said operations across the two states led to significant losses on the side of the insurgents, with weapons and ammunition recovered during the encounters.#OperationHadinKai #BornoState #AdamawaState #SecurityUpdate

Wahala Don dey calm Oo! Troops Smash Terrorist Camps, 11 Fighters Surrender In Borno

Wahala don truly happen for Boko Haram and ISWAP in Borno State as troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) intensify their offensive across the Azir–Wajiroko axis. In a statement by the Joint Task Force (North East), the military said 11 terrorist fighters surrendered with their AK-47 rifles and ammunition following sustained operations. On January 9, 2026, troops carried out clearance missions in the Bulaagalda cluster, destroying several terrorist camps in Dagumba, Bonne, Yaganari, Gosuri and Umchile. Life-support structures and logistics networks were dismantled, while flags, weapons and magazines were recovered. Similar operations in Yale and Bula Gaida forced more terrorists to flee, leading to further seizures of arms, ammunition and a general-purpose machine gun. Acting on intelligence, troops also engaged insurgents between Sojiri and Kayamla, neutralising eight terrorists and arresting two suspected collaborators in Gubio LGA for supplying logistics.

Wahala Don Burst: Boko Haram Demands $300,000 Ransom for Ex-Borno LG Vice Chairman!

Naija, wahala don show again for Borno State! A fresh video has emerged showing Hon. Hassan Biu Miringa, former Vice Chairman of Biu Local Government Area, and another unidentified man, kidnapped by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists. In the chilling footage, the abductees pleaded for urgent help, saying their captors demand a whopping $300,000 (about N428 million) for their release.

The victims were reportedly abducted on December 17, 2025, while travelling from Miringa to Maiduguri. One of them said, “Alhamdulillah, we are alive. We are calling on the government and individuals to come to our rescue.”

The video captures their direct appeal to Borno State Deputy Governor Umar Usman Kadafur and other prominent figures including Hon. Mukhtar Betara Aliyu, Hon. Sule Ali Rimi, Hon. Yakubu Gambo Kimba, and Alhaji Musa Dogo Biu, urging immediate intervention.

According to reports, Boko Haram and its ISWAP faction continue to terrorize communities in Borno, carrying out abductions, ransom demands, and attacks despite ongoing military operations in the northeast.

The abductees’ families and the people of Borno are now anxiously hoping for a swift rescue as this latest act of terrorism underscores the persistent insecurity in the region.

Wahala don burst oo, Nigerians dey pray say these men go return safely to their families.

Are Nigeria’s Airstrikes Finally Turning the Tide? Nigerian Air Force Bombs Terrorist Hideouts in Borno’s Timbuktu Triangle Under Operation Hadin Kai

Is Nigeria’s intensified air campaign beginning to weaken terrorist strongholds in the North-East? The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed a major air interdiction operation targeting terrorist locations at AbbagaJiri in the Timbuktu Triangle of Borno State, carried out under the joint task force Operation Hadin Kai.

According to a statement by the NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the mission followed multi-source intelligence that confirmed active terrorist presence, fortified structures, and concealed logistics facilities in the area. Based on this intelligence, NAF air assets were deployed for integrated surveillance and precision strikes on identified targets.

The Air Force said the operation was carefully designed to degrade terrorist capabilities, deny them sanctuary, and shape the battlespace for advancing ground forces, while strictly adhering to rules of engagement and protecting non-combatants. Targeted structures believed to be used by terrorist elements were destroyed, while a follow-up strike neutralised armed fighters observed converging on the location.

Speaking on the mission, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, described the operation as evidence of the Air Force’s determination to deliver precise and decisive airpower in support of ground troops. He stated that NAF would continue to deny terrorists freedom of movement, hideouts, and logistics wherever they attempt to regroup.

“Our operations are intelligence-led and carefully planned to achieve maximum impact on hostile elements while safeguarding innocent civilians,” Aneke said, reaffirming that pressure will be sustained until terrorist networks are completely dismantled. Ground troops who later advanced into the area reportedly confirmed the effectiveness of the airstrikes, validating the success of the joint air-land operation.

The Borno operation follows a similar strike in December 2025, when NAF targeted bandit camps in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State under Operation Fansan Yamma, destroying positions linked to a notorious bandit leader, Kachalla Dogo Sule. Those strikes were also based on what NAF described as credible, multi-source intelligence.

As Nigeria continues to battle insurgency and banditry across multiple regions, the latest operation raises key questions: Are precision airstrikes beginning to weaken terrorist networks? Can sustained intelligence-driven operations finally deny extremists safe havens? And will joint air-ground campaigns restore security to communities long terrorised by violence?

BORNO POLICE RECOVER 912 ROUNDS OF AMMUNITION

The Borno State Police Command has recorded a major security breakthrough with the recovery of a hidden cache of ammunition in Maiduguri.

According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso, the discovery was made last Sunday when the Divisional Police Officer of Lamisula Division, acting on credible intelligence, led a team of operatives to the Kumshe Jamba Mari area of the metropolis.

The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit was immediately deployed, and the area was secured before the safe recovery of nine hundred and twelve rounds of B32 API ammunition, calibre 7.62 by 51 millimetres.

The recovered ammunition has been secured, while investigations are ongoing to trace its source and intended use, as well as arrest those behind it.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Abdulmajid, commended members of the public for providing timely information and reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to intelligence-driven policing.

He also urged residents to continue cooperating with the Police by reporting suspicious activities within their communities.

Christians in Borno State Warned Not to Be Fooled by Governor Zulum’s Rhetoric on Religious Tolerance

An opinion piece by Ishaya Malgwi warns Christians in Borno State against being swayed by Governor Babagana Umara Zulum’s public gestures promoting religious tolerance. Despite claims of harmony, Christians continue to face systemic marginalization under Zulum’s administration, including denial of Christian Religious Knowledge in schools, political exclusion, neglect of displaced persons, and restrictions on NGO aid in Christian communities.
The article stresses that symbolic acts like sponsoring pilgrimages or visiting Christian refugees cannot substitute for meaningful policy changes. Advocates call for equal access to education, fair resettlement of displaced Christians, political representation, prompt payment of pensions, and unhindered humanitarian assistance.

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Boko Haram/ISWAP Ambush in Gwoza, Borno State Kills One CJTF Operative as Security Forces Respond

A member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), Hamman Ibrahim, 40, was killed in a suspected ambush by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters along Warave–Bayan Dutse Road in Gwoza Local Government Area, Borno State, on January 5, 2026. The attack occurred during a routine patrol of CJTF members and local hunters in an area that remains volatile despite ongoing counterinsurgency operations.
Following the ambush, troops from Operation HADIN KAI, alongside police officers and CJTF members, responded to the scene. Ibrahim was evacuated to the General Hospital in Gwoza, where he was pronounced dead on arrival. His body was released to his family for burial according to Islamic rites.
The incident highlights persistent security challenges in southern Borno, where local vigilantes and CJTF members continue to play a crucial role in supporting military operations against insurgent groups. Authorities continue investigations into the ambush to prevent future attacks.

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Borno State Fence Collapse Kills Five, Leaves One Injured in Jere LGA – Victims Evacuated to Maiduguri Hospital

A tragic incident in Bintu Sugar, Jere Local Government Area of Borno State, claimed the lives of five residents and left one person injured after a fence collapsed on January 4, 2026, around 8:12 p.m. The victims — Hadiza Mohamed, Adamu Umar, Abdul Malik Usman, Abdullahi Usman, and Salamatu Mohammed Dibal — were residents of Gomari and were evacuated to the State Specialists Hospital in Maiduguri, where they were certified dead.
The sole survivor, 16-year-old Ya’u Labaran, is receiving treatment at the hospital. Police confirmed the incident and stated that investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fence collapse. The deceased were released to their families for burial in accordance with Islamic rites.
Borno State, located in northeastern Nigeria and sharing borders with Cameroon, Niger, and Chad, has a rich cultural heritage and a history of scholarship. Despite its challenges with insurgency and humanitarian crises, the state remains strategically important for regional trade and security.

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Five Children Killed, One Injured in Borno as Fence Collapses in Bulumkutu, Police Launch Investigation

Five children lost their lives and another was injured after a fence collapsed on them in the Bulumkutu area of Maiduguri, Borno State, on Sunday evening around 8 pm. The incident involved six children in total.

ASP Nahum Daso, Public Relations Officer of the Borno State Police Command, confirmed the tragedy and said the surviving child is receiving medical attention. The police have launched an investigation into the cause of the collapse and are examining whether negligence played a role.

Daso urged residents to maintain proper structural standards and to supervise their children closely. The tragedy follows months after heavy rainfall in Maiduguri caused the collapse of eight buildings, though no casualties were recorded at that time.

The incident has sparked concern about safety standards in the area, highlighting the need for vigilance in construction and child safety.

Exclusive: Nigerian Soldier Who Married Eight Months Ago Killed by Boko Haram Explosives in Borno

Lance Corporal Alhaji Mal Idris Alkali Musa, a Special Forces infantry soldier who married just eight months ago, was among nine Nigerian soldiers killed by Boko Haram explosives in Borno State. The attack occurred near Gubio while soldiers were returning from Maiduguri. Several others were injured in the blast, which was caused by planted improvised explosive devices (IEDs), not a gunmen ambush.

Alkali Musa, born March 3, 1999, joined the Nigerian Army in 2022 and was promoted to Lance Corporal on November 25, 2025. Colleagues described him as disciplined, principled, and a morale booster during deployments. He married Hajiya Mal Idris Alkali Musa on April 11, 2025.

The incident involved soldiers from 145 Damasak under 5 Brigade, and fatalities continued to rise after the initial explosion. Tributes for the fallen soldier hailed him as “a GREAT MAN” whose death has left his comrades devastated.

Topics: Boko Haram Attack, Nigerian Army, Borno State, Special Forces, IED Explosion, Military Casualties, Soldier Tribute.

Boko Haram IED Attack Kills Nine Nigerian Soldiers, Injures Several in Borno State

At least nine Nigerian soldiers have been killed and several others injured in Borno State following an explosion caused by improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by Boko Haram, SaharaReporters has confirmed. The incident occurred near Gubio as soldiers were returning from Maiduguri and stopping at a camp along the route.

A military source clarified that the explosion, not an ambush, caused the fatalities and serious injuries, with some soldiers suffering severed limbs due to the blast’s force. The affected soldiers belonged to the 145 Damasak unit under the 5th Brigade, Maiduguri.

This attack is part of an ongoing pattern of assaults by Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) targeting military formations and patrol routes in northeastern Nigeria using explosives and coordinated attacks. The Nigerian Army has not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident.

This marks the latest in a series of violent insurgent activities that continue to challenge security efforts in the North-East.

TROOPS OF OPHK NEUTRALIZE TERRORISTS AND RESCUE HOSTAGES IN KONDUGA LGA BORNO STATE

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have recorded another significant success following a well-coordinated operation against terrorist elements around Kondunga Local Government Area of Borno State, which also led to the rescue of kidnapped civilians.

In a statement signed by the Media Information Officer Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba says on the early hours of 4th January 2026, troops in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), engaged terrorists at a known crossing point along the Sojiri axis. The operation resulted in the neutralization of 5 terrorists without any casualty to own troops.

The troops successfully rescued 3 hostages abducted by the terrorists and recovered AK-47 Rifles during the operation.

This operation underscores the commitment of OPHK to both offensive action against terrorist elements and the protection of civilians, while highlighting the value of cooperation with local security partners. Troops morale remains high, and security forces continue to maintain dominance across the Theatre despite the dynamic security environment.

TROOPS OF OPHK NEUTRALISE TERRORIST SUICIDE BOMBERS IN BORNO STATE

Troops of OPHK have successfully neutralised three terrorist suicide bombers following a deliberate, intelligence-driven operation conducted along the Guduf–Pulka axis in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.

The operation, executed through covert intelligence efforts by troops in collaboration with local volunteer forces, led to the tracking and neutralisation of the suicide bombers before they could carry out planned attacks on innocent civilians. During the encounter, suicide vests and other improvised explosive device (IED) materials in the possession of the terrorists were recovered and safely secured.

Troops also inflicted heavy casualties on the terrorist escorts accompanying the suicide bombers. The surviving elements fled into the Mandara Mountains under pressure from sustained troop action. In the course of exploitation, troops recovered four AK-47 rifles abandoned by the fleeing terrorists, while two motorcycles used by the terrorists were destroyed.

Preliminary intelligence assessments indicate that the neutralised suicide bombers were dispatched from the Mandara Mountains by the Ali Ngulde-led Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad (JAS) faction of Boko Haram terrorists. Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have intensified efforts to detect, track, and neutralise suicide bombers and other terrorist elements operating from this enclave, leveraging human intelligence, communication intercepts, and other intelligence-gathering capabilities.

The Theatre Command, Operation HADIN KAI, has continued to strengthen collaboration with other security agencies as well as community-based volunteer forces across Borno and Yobe States to forestall terrorist attacks on soft targets and protect innocent citizens. In addition, public enlightenment campaigns have been intensified to encourage vigilance and prompt reporting of suspicious movements or persons within communities.

Operation HADIN KAI remains resolute and committed to sustaining offensive pressure on terrorist elements, degrading their operational capabilities, and ensuring the safety and security of the populace within the theatre of operations.

Nigerian Army Neutralizes Three Suspected Suicide Bombers in Borno, Recovers Explosives and Suicide Vests

Troops of the Nigerian Army, under Operation Hadin Kai, killed three suspected suicide bombers during an intelligence-led operation along the Guduf–Pulka axis in Gwoza LGA, Borno State. The operation, conducted in collaboration with local volunteer forces, allowed the army to intercept the suspects before planned attacks on civilians.

Security sources said suicide vests and other improvised explosive device (IED) components were recovered and secured. The army also inflicted heavy casualties on terrorist escorts, forcing survivors to flee into the Mandara Mountains, abandoning four AK-47 rifles and two motorcycles, which were destroyed.

Preliminary intelligence indicated that the neutralised suspects were dispatched by the Ali Ngulde-led Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad (JAS) faction of Boko Haram. The operation is part of enhanced efforts by Operation Hadin Kai to track and neutralise terrorist elements, with strengthened collaboration with community-based volunteer groups and public awareness campaigns to report suspicious activities.

OPHK Arrests Suspected Suicide Bomber, Intercepts IED Materials in Borno

The Joint Task Force North East Operation Hadin Kai has recorded a significant operational success with the arrest of a suspected suicide bomber and the interception of materials intended for the manufacture of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in Borno State.

The arrests followed sustained joint operations and credible intelligence gathering aimed at securing Banki town in Bama Local Government Area, conducted by troops of 152 Task Force Battalion, in collaboration with other security agencies.

On Monday, 29 December 2025, personnel deployed to the Banki Central Mosque apprehended a suspected suicide bomber identified as Abubakar Mustapha.

The suspect was found in possession of primed IED components, indicating imminent intent to carry out an attack.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect hails from Bama Local Government Area and was further discovered to be in possession of additional incriminating materials linked to terrorist activities.

He is currently undergoing detailed interrogation to establish his sponsors, collaborators, and possible links with terrorist networks operating within the area.

In a related development, troops deployed to the Cameroon–Nigeria border gate intercepted a peugeot vehicle conveying six bags of urea fertiliser, a critical precursor material commonly used in the production of IEDs.

Both the vehicle and fertiliser were immediately taken into military custody.

Further exploitation of intelligence arising from the interception led to the arrest of the fertiliser dealer, as well as the recovery of an additional six bags of urea fertiliser, bringing the total seized items to twelve bags.

All suspects and recovered items are currently in custody for further investigation and necessary legal action.

Troops of Joint taskforce north east OPHK continue to dominate their areas of responsibility through aggressive patrols, intelligence-led operations and sustained presence, in order to deny JAS/ISWAP terrorists freedom of action and prevent attacks on civilian populations as well as critical infrastructure.

The morale and fighting efficiency of troops remain high and satisfactory as operations continue in line with the mandate to restore lasting peace and security across the North East.

The military reassures the general public of its unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property and urges citizens to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies in the support of ongoing counter-terrorism operations.

Yobe Arrested Suspect Confesses to Maiduguri Mosque Bombing, Says Boko Haram Sent Him to Spy on Soldiers and Vigilantes

A suspect arrested in Damaturu, Yobe State, identified as Ibrahim Muhammed, has allegedly confessed to his role in the deadly mosque bombing in Maiduguri, Borno State, that killed five worshippers and injured more than 30 others. In a video obtained by SaharaReporters, the suspect claimed he and other Boko Haram members planted explosive devices at a mosque near the Kalumari area of Maiduguri, acting on orders from group leaders identified as Adam and Abubakar operating around the Beki-Duse and Mubi axis of Adamawa State. Ibrahim said he was sent to Damaturu on a reconnaissance mission to spy on soldiers and local vigilantes before being apprehended by residents and a vigilante group. He further alleged that another explosive device was left behind in the Tashan Joni area of Maiduguri, heightening security concerns. Police confirmed that the December 24, 2025 explosion at Al-Adum Juma’at Mosque within Gamboru Market was likely a suicide attack, with fragments of a suicide vest recovered at the scene. Investigations and security operations in the area are ongoing.