The Federal Government confirmed a Nigerian Air Force airstrike on April 11 in the Jilli axis of Gubio Local Government Area, Borno State. The operation, part of Operation HADIN KAI, was described as intelligence-led and targeted known terrorist positions. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated the strike aimed to disrupt insurgent logistics and operational networks in a region long used by Boko Haram and ISWAP. The area, locally called "Kasu Daulaye" or the terrorists' market, has been designated a high-risk zone with restricted civilian access. Dozens were feared dead, with many others injured. The government emphasized the operation was not indiscriminate but based on sustained surveillance. A 15-year-old ISWAP courier, Tijjani, arrested in Ngamdu on April 12, allegedly admitted to moving funds and supplies between Jilli and other locations. Borno Governor Babagana Zulum confirmed Jilli and Gazabure markets were officially shut years ago due to insurgent control. Security sources linked the Bindul–Jilli axis to recent attacks, including an IED incident in January 2026 and assaults on April 9 in Ngamdu and Benisheikh. The government ordered an independent investigation into the operation and coordinated with Borno and Yobe State Governments, NEMA, and SEMA for relief efforts. Civilians were urged to follow security advisories and avoid restricted zones. The FG warned media against spreading unverified reports on security matters.
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