Nigerian Troops Destroy Major Terrorist Logistics Base in Borno, Scores Killed
The Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai has executed a highly precise airstrike on a significant terrorist logistics hub located in Jilli, within the Gubio Local Government Area of Borno State. This decisive military action resulted in the neutralization of numerous insurgents and the complete destruction of critical assets used by the group. The operation, which took place on April 11, 2026, was based on extensive Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions conducted along the Bindul–Jilli corridor, a route long identified by security forces as a key movement and convergence point for fighters associated with the Islamic State West Africa Province.
Intelligence-Driven Strike and Operational Details
Military sources revealed that the strike was initiated following credible intelligence indicating a surge in terrorist activity in the area. Surveillance teams meticulously tracked multiple motorcycles and gun trucks as they moved toward a suspected convergence point near the abandoned village of Jilli. This movement was later corroborated through human intelligence, confirming the involvement of insurgents and logistics operatives. After thorough verification to ensure target accuracy, air assets were deployed to carry out the strike.
Preliminary battle damage assessments have indicated a high level of precision, with the logistics base, vehicles, and equipment utilized by the terrorist group being completely destroyed. Security officials reported that scores of terrorists were killed during the operation, while others fled in disarray. The military emphasized that the targeted location served as a staging ground for planned attacks on troop positions within the Gubio axis. Its destruction has significantly disrupted the group's operational capacity and foiled imminent threats to security in the region.
Broader Context and Related Developments
This latest offensive is part of renewed efforts by Operation Hadin Kai to dismantle terrorist networks across the North-East region of Nigeria. It follows recent attacks in Ngamdu and Benisheik, which were reportedly linked to the same logistics network. In response to these incidents, troops have intensified surveillance and intelligence operations across the affected areas to prevent further escalation.
In a related development, security forces arrested a suspected logistics courier identified as Turja Bulu in Ngamdu on April 12. During preliminary interrogation, the suspect confessed to involvement in the April 9 attack on a military formation in Benisheik. He further disclosed that he was dispatched from Jilli to deliver supplies to insurgents operating within the Magumeri–Gubio axis, suggesting a coordinated logistics network that sustains terrorist operations in the region.
Ongoing Military Efforts and Future Outlook
Military authorities have affirmed that ongoing operations will continue to target remaining insurgent elements, disrupt supply chains, and work towards restoring stability in the North-East. The success of this airstrike underscores the military's commitment to leveraging advanced technology and intelligence to combat terrorism effectively. As operations persist, the focus remains on dismantling terrorist networks and ensuring the safety of civilians in the region.
