Troops Foil Boko Haram Attack on Borno Base, Kill Six!
Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai successfully repelled a Boko Haram attack on a Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Kangar, near Mallam Fatori, Borno State, killing six insurgents during the confrontation.
What We Know:
- The attack occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
- Soldiers engaged the insurgents in a gun duel, forcing the rest to retreat into the surrounding bush.
- Arms, ammunition, and two motorcycles were recovered from the scene.
- No casualties were recorded on the side of the troops.
Quote:
“Our troops remain vigilant and determined to neutralise all threats to peace in the Northeast.”
— Major Gen. Waidi Shuaib, Theatre Commander, Operation Hadin Kai
Why It Matters:
- Demonstrates continued military pressure on insurgent groups in the Lake Chad region.
- Reassures local communities of security presence and rapid response capacity.
- Highlights ongoing volatility despite territorial gains against Boko Haram.
What to Watch:
- Possible retaliatory attacks or regrouping by insurgents.
- Intensified clearance operations in the axis.
- Civilian safety and humanitarian implications in nearby settlements.
Sources:
- Nigerian Army Press Brief – Nov. 4, 2025
- Daily Trust – “Troops repel Boko Haram, kill six in Borno”
- Channels TV – “Operation Hadin Kai foils terrorist ambush in Mallam Fatori”
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