Troops of the Nigerian Army have reportedly killed 15 terrorists in an air strike near Pulka in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
The operation was carried out at about 11:50 p.m. on Friday, October 23, 2026, following intelligence reports and sightings of suspected terrorist movements in the area.
The Acting Military Information Officer of the North-East Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai, Captain Mohammed Goni, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Saturday.
Goni said the strike was conducted north-west of Pulka as part of ongoing military efforts to disrupt terrorist activities in the region.
“The Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has recorded another operational success with the neutralisation of 15 terrorists in a precision air strike north-west of Pulka in Gwoza LGA of Borno State,” the statement said.
He explained that ground troops moved into the area after the air operation to assess the situation and consolidate the gains recorded.
According to him, the operation demonstrated the importance of intelligence-led targeting and coordinated military action in weakening terrorist groups and restricting their movements.
Goni added that the offensive was part of sustained military operations aimed at denying insurgents the freedom to operate and threaten communities across the North-East.
He said troops would continue to apply available military resources, backed by intelligence gathering, to disrupt terrorist networks and improve security in affected areas.
“The Theatre Command reassures the public that troops will sustain the momentum of ongoing operations with vigilance, determination and professionalism,” he stated.
The military spokesperson also urged residents to support security agencies by providing credible and timely information about suspicious movements and activities.
He stressed that cooperation between security forces and civilians remained critical to achieving lasting peace and restoring normal economic and social activities across the region.
“The continued partnership between the military and the civilian population remains essential to consolidating operational gains and achieving lasting peace and security across the North East,” Goni said.
