Nigerian troops neutralise 152 insurgents, arrests 142

No fewer than 152 terrorists were killed by Troops of Operation HADIN KAI, OPHK, in the North-Eastern part of the country between August 1 and 31, 2026.

The latest operational figures show 142 others have also been arrested, including suspected logistics suppliers, Zagazola Makama said.

The monthly operational summary also showed that 219 terrorists surrendered to the troops during the period, Makama said in a report posted on his official X handle on Tuesday.

The troops also effected 10 successful air interdictions in support of ground operations, targeting terrorist movements and logistic activities in different locations within the theater.

The air operations complemented sustained ground offensives to disrupt terrorist formations, supply routes and freedom of movement.

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Troops also neutralized nine improvised explosive devices, IEDs during the period under review, denying terrorist elements the opportunity of using the devices against military personnel and civilians.

The troops recovered 58 weapons and explosive items and 1,184 rounds of ammunition in various operations.

The recoveries are likely to further degrade the firepower and operational capacity of terrorist elements active in the Northeast.

Also recovered by the troops are 16 mobility assets including motorcycles, bicycles, tricycles and other vehicles allegedly used for terrorist activities.