The Nigerian Military has introduced the elimination of three high-ranking Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) commanders throughout coordinated army operations in Borno State.
In line with an official assertion launched on the Nigerian Military’s verified X (previously Twitter) account, the deceased rebel leaders have been recognized as Amir Abu Ali, Amir Ibunu, and Amir Abu Waldume.
The operations occurred within the early hours of Thursday within the cities of Mallam Fatori and Buratai, each situated in Borno State.
The army’s Operation HADIN KAI, liable for counter-insurgency efforts within the area, spearheaded the assaults.
The Nigerian Military reported that “scores” of Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists had been neutralized throughout the fierce gunbattle.
Mallam Fatori, located close to Nigeria’s border with Niger, has lengthy been a hotspot for rebel actions.
In January 2025, the city witnessed a devastating suicide bombing attributed to ISWAP, ensuing within the deaths of 27 Nigerian troopers.
The elimination of those senior commanders is seen as a strategic victory for the Nigerian army, probably disrupting the operational capabilities of the rebel {groups}.
The Nigerian Military says it is going to proceed to accentuate its operations towards rebel {groups} within the northeast.
Additional particulars relating to the operations are anticipated to be launched because the army consolidates its features and assesses the affect of its latest operations.