Five Nigerian soldiers were killed in an ISWAP ambush in Borno’s Damboa area. A two-hour firefight led to casualties and military equipment losses. In retaliation, the Nigerian Air Force launched precision airstrikes, dismantling ISWAP positions and neutralizing terrorists in the Timbuktu Triangle and Gwoza’s Mandara mountains.
Five Nigerian soldiers tragically lost their lives following an ambush by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters in Sabon Gari, Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State. The attack, which occurred on January 4, resulted in a fierce two-hour gunfight, leading to significant casualties and the destruction of military equipment.
In response, the Nigerian Air Force, as part of Operation Hadin Kai, launched precise airstrikes targeting ISWAP strongholds within the Timbuktu Triangle, a strategic area in Borno known for its challenging terrain. According to intelligence sources, the strikes dismantled numerous insurgent positions, significantly disrupting their operations and neutralizing a substantial number of fighters.
The operation extended to the Mandara mountain range in the Gwoza axis, where Boko Haram factions, including those loyal to commander Ali Ngulde, were targeted. These offensives are part of ongoing efforts to weaken terrorist networks and restore security in the region.
The ambush highlights the persistent security challenges faced by Nigerian troops in combating insurgency in the northeast, with continuous measures being taken to curb the activities of terrorist groups.
