Nigerian troops have killed at least 22 fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) during sustained operations in Borno State’s Timbuktu Triangle, a known insurgent stronghold. Security sources confirmed that among those neutralised were a senior commander, called a Qaid, and two unit leaders, known as Munzirs. Several other terrorists were reportedly injured in the clashes.

The wounded insurgents are believed to have fled the battlefield, regrouping in forested areas around Bulabulin, west of Damboa, and Korengelen, south-east of Azir. Nigerian forces have since intensified intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance operations to track and intercept the fleeing fighters.

The military is maintaining pressure on ISWAP remnants through aggressive clearance operations supported by aerial surveillance. Security sources emphasized that the offensive aims to further weaken the group’s operational capacity and restore peace in the North-East.

Officials confirmed that troops remain committed to safeguarding communities affected by insurgency, asserting that operations will continue until all terrorist threats in the region are neutralised.