According to a reliable military source, in the early hours of December 21, 2025, troops from Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), working with local vigilante forces, interrupted a terrorist logistical operation and killed many rebels during a well-planned ambush.  

The incident took place in the Borno State settlements of Sojiri and Kayamla in the Konduga Local Government Area.

The source stated: “Acting on credible intelligence regarding the movement of logistics supplies by suspected JAS/ISWAP elements, troops of OPHK and members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), supported by local hunters, deployed to a designated interception point between Sojiri and Kayamla villages on the night of 20 December 2025.

“At approximately 2:24 a.m. on 21 December, suspected terrorists mounted on bicycles arrived at the location carrying logistics materials, confirming earlier intelligence reports. The troops, positioned in concealed and coordinated formations, engaged the terrorists decisively.

“During the ensuing exchange, 17 suspected terrorists were neutralized, while others fled with gunshot wounds. Recovered items included bicycles, assorted food items, drugs and medical supplies, detergents, clothing materials, bicycle tyres, torchlights, assorted weapons of different calibres, ammunition, and other logistics materials.

“Following the successful engagements, the ambush team safely withdrew to its base at approximately 4:20 a.m.

To further secure the region and prevent rebels from moving freely, exploitation and follow-up operations are continuing.

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