Troops Neutralise 16 ISWAP Fighters in Air and Artillery Strikes in Lake Chad

Operation Hadin Kai troops neutralised 16 suspected ISWAP fighters in air and artillery strikes on three suspected terrorist locations in the Tunbunma area of southern Lake Chad. The operation took place between 1 a.m. and 2 a.m. on Monday, October 26, 2026, after intelligence reports indicated that terrorist leaders and fighters were in the area. Those reportedly killed included Abu Zubiru, described as an Arab national, and associates Baana Nglewa and Jindullah Sadiq; Abu Saleem, identified as the Wali of Tunbunma, and seven other fighters were reportedly severely injured. The military urged the public to provide security agencies with timely, credible information.