Nigerian forces crush ISWAP fighters close to Cameroon border

Crime Diary

ABUJA, NIGERIA — (NPA) MARCH 14 — Troops of Operation Hadin Kai of the Nigerian Army have thwarted an attempted infiltration by ISWAP terrorists at Bitta, a village in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State near the Cameroon border, dealing a decisive blow to the insurgents.

The victory followed a failed assault by ISWAP fighters who, in a desperate bid to regain the initiative after recent battlefield setbacks, advanced towards the troops’ position. The soldiers launched coordinated spoiling actions that disrupted the attackers’ formation while manoeuvring to block their withdrawal routes. The terrorists were met with overwhelming resistance and superior firepower, forcing them into a chaotic retreat with heavy losses.

According to Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer at Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation Hadin Kai, this marks the third major defeat inflicted on the terrorists within 24 hours, following failed attacks at Banki and Azir Bridge. These successive setbacks underscore the sustained operational pressure mounted by the troops, which has severely constrained ISWAP’s freedom of action and denied them opportunities to exploit propaganda narratives.

The statement added: “Troops remain firmly in control of all locations and continue to dominate the operational environment with high morale, superior tactical coordination, and sustained offensive action. The Military High Command commended the troops for their continuous gallantry and resilience, urging them to sustain the operational tempo.”