The Nigerian Army announced that at least 60 terrorists were killed in a coordinated military operation in Bita, Borno State in Friday.
According to a statement made on the army’s official X account, the joint ground and air strike was carried out by troops under Operation Hadin Kai targeting militants hideouts in the area.
“In a determined and coordinated operation, gallant troops of Operation Hadin Kai launched simultaneous ground and air strikes on terrorist positions in Bita, Borno State,” the army announced, noting that the engagement resulted in the neutralization of at least 60 militants.
The attack is part of ongoing efforts to eliminate terrorist networks operating in the north-eastern region of Nigeria. Just a few days ago, military forces also eliminated a significant number of Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters in New Marte, Borno State.
Despite the success of the operations, the Army confirmed that two soldiers were killed during the conflict.
The Army continues to intensify operations across the region, aiming to restore stability to areas that have been plagued by insurgency for years.