By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have continued clearance operations across parts of northern Borno State, clearing several settlements believed to be infiltrated by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists, maintaining operational dominance in ongoing counter-terrorism missions.
Military sources said the operation, conducted on April 20, 2026, was carried out by troops of the Army Headquarters Intervention Battalion as part of Operation Desert Sanity, with movements covering areas within the Nganzai–Kukawa axis and adjoining communities.
According to the sources, the troops advanced through multiple settlements including Sumari Ngomari, Gudusuri, Kaleri, Malari, Ali Chiromari, Goni Kakari, Baram Karauwa, Maji Furamti, Ngwubala, Fulatari Ardo Yura, Bamma Bukar Malumi, Jilli, Damburi, Dabira Liwanti, Unburari, Bulabulin and Bukar Suguri.
The sources added that residents were observed carrying out normal daily activities in the cleared settlements, with no presence of hostile elements encountered during the advance.
Security sources confirmed that no contact was made with insurgents during the clearance operation, and no unusual incidents were recorded.
Military authorities said the theatre remained generally calm but unpredictable, while troops maintained high morale and combat efficiency throughout the mission.
They added that clearance and domination operations would continue across surrounding communities as part of sustained efforts to deny terrorist elements freedom of movement and restore lasting security in affected areas.
