By Augustine Ehikioya
In the early hours of Friday 23 May 2025, troops of Operation HADIN KAI successfully repelled a coordinated attack on Damboa town in a decisive victory against the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP).
When the ISWAP terrorists launched a fierce attack on the Azir Bridge axis in 25 Task Force Brigade Area of Responsibility, troops of the Nigerian Army responded with counter attacks and artillery fire and airstrikes were carried out by the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI, thereby mounting a robust defence that resulted in the neutralization of at least 16 ISWAP fighters.
A statement by Lieutenant Colonel Ajemasu Yake Jingina, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 7 Division Nigerian Army, and made available to Security Watch Africa (SWA), noted that sadly two brave soldiers paid the supreme price in line of duty during the attack.
It said, “The Nigerian Army is committed to its role in safeguarding the nation’s territorial integrity, winning all land battles and ultimately bringing an end to terrorism in all its forms.
“Troops of Operation HADIN KAI pledges to sustain attacks on terrorist groups and maintain high morale during the counter-insurgency operations across the Northeast.” it stated.
