Sambisa Shaken as Nigerian Troops Kill Boko Haram’s No. 2
…. Wipe Out 10 Terrorists in Midnight Raid
The Nigerian military has recorded a major breakthrough in the fight against terrorism following the killing of a top Boko Haram commander, Abu Khalid, and 10 other insurgents during a late-night operation in Borno State.
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), carried out the operation at about 11:00 p.m. in the Komala general area of Konduga Local Government Area.
The raid was executed by troops of Sector 1 in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) under Operation DESERT SANITY.
Abu Khalid was identified as the Second-in-Command of Boko Haram in the Sambisa Forest and a key figure within the group’s leadership structure. Military sources said he was responsible for coordinating major operations and logistics across the Sambisa axis, making his elimination a significant blow to the terrorist group.
The operation came barely 24 hours after OPHK troops neutralised another high-profile Boko Haram/ISWAP commander, Julaibib, in the Gujba axis of the Timbuktu Triangle, highlighting sustained military pressure on terrorist leadership in the North East.
During the raid, troops recovered five AK-47 rifles, several magazines, bicycles, assorted logistics and food supplies, as well as a large cache of medical consumables. No casualties were recorded on the side of the troops.
According to the military, morale remains high among the forces as clearance and exploitation operations continue across the Sambisa Forest, Mandara Mountains, Timbuktu Triangle, and other identified terrorist hideouts.
The Joint Task Force (North East) reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining offensive operations until all terrorist elements are neutralised and lasting peace and economic stability are restored to the region. The Military High Command also commended the troops for their courage, professionalism, and sacrifices, urging them to maintain the current momentum in ongoing operations.
