**Nigerian Troops Thwart Multiple Terrorist Attacks in Borno and Yobe** In a major operational success, troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) under Operation HADIN KAI have successfully repelled multiple coordinated attacks by ISWAP terrorists targeting military positions in various parts of Borno and Yobe states. The attacks, which occurred overnight between 8 and 9 March 2026, involved simultaneous assaults from several directions aimed at overwhelming military positions. According to a statement by Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, the gallant troops stood firm against the intensity of the assaults and the heavy firepower employed by the terrorists. The troops effectively coordinated their defensive actions, while reinforcements and the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI provided timely and decisive support during the engagements. The ISWAP terrorists were met with overwhelming resistance and were forced into withdrawal after suffering significant casualties from several terrorist bodies left behind. During the operations, troops recovered a cache of weapons and equipment abandoned by the retreating terrorists, including two PKT machine guns, six AK-47s, eight RPG bombs, four mortar bombs, and assorted ammunition of various calibres. Although sections of the defensive perimeters at Goniri and Kukawa were momentarily breached and some base structures and vehicles sustained damage, all positions remain firmly under military control. Follow-up ground operations and cordon-and-search missions are ongoing in neighbouring communities where wounded insurgents sought refuge. This operational success is a testament to the bravery and tactical prowess of the Nigerian military. It demonstrates their ability to adapt to complex security challenges and protect the nation from terrorist threats. As the nation continues to grapple with the challenges of terrorism, it is heartening to see the military playing a key role in maintaining peace and stability in the North East.