OPHK Troops Destroy ISWAP Enclaves in Lake Chad, Kill 16 Fighters

Operation Hadin Kai troops killed 16 suspected ISWAP fighters in air and artillery strikes on three suspected sites in Tunbunma, in the southern Lake Chad area. The intelligence-led operation, targeting terrorist leaders and fighters, took place between 1 a.m. and 2 a.m. on October 26, 2026. Those reportedly killed included Abu Zubiru, an Arab national, and his associates Baana Nglewa and Jindullah Sadiq. Abu Saleem, identified as the Wali of Tunbunma, and seven others were severely injured.