The Nigerian military’s Operation HADIN KAI has intensified counter-insurgency operations in Adamawa State, resulting in significant gains against Boko Haram.
A top Boko Haram commander, Abdullahi Mafa, was neutralized in an ambush along the Visik River line in Madagali Local Government Area.
Additionally, a suspected drone supplier, 64-year-old Dauda Usman Gubula, was arrested in Madagali Motor Park.
Two aerial drones and 20 solar power banks were recovered from Gubula.
The suspect is currently in custody undergoing further investigation.
Earlier, at about 12:50 a.m. on Thursday, troops working alongside local vigilantes and members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) ambushed suspected terrorists at Gwadale deserted village along the Ngoshe–Kirawa road in Adamawa State.
According to sources, the insurgents were intercepted while transporting logistics supplies.
Troops engaged them with heavy gunfire, resulting in the neutralisation of one suspect, while others reportedly fled with possible gunshot wounds.
Subsequent exploitation of the area led to the recovery of one carton of detergent and a bag of salt believed to be intended for terrorist logistics support. The troops later returned to their Forward Operating Base in Pulka at about 2:30 a.m.
Military officials said the coordinated operations underscore ongoing efforts to dismantle Boko Haram’s command structure, disrupt its supply chains, and restore security across the North-East theatre.
