Troops Conduct Offensive Operation in Gwoza, Destroy Suspected Terrorist Structures

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Nigerian Army have conducted an offensive operation in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, targeting suspected terrorist hideouts and support structures.

Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 9:20 a.m. on May 1 by troops of 153 Task Force Battalion, operating alongside volunteer forces and hybrid troops deployed at Kirawa.

The sources disclosed that the joint team advanced to Gakara high ground and Ndova village during the operation.

According to the sources, no direct contact was made with terrorist elements during the mission.

They added, however, that troops destroyed several suspected terrorist logistics and life-support structures identified within the general area.

The sources noted that the operation is part of ongoing clearance efforts aimed at denying insurgents freedom of movement and operational bases within the Gwoza axis.

Troops Conduct Offensive Operation in Gwoza, Destroy Suspected Terrorist Structures

Troops Dislodge Terrorists in Konduga After Drone-Guided Strike

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Nigerian Army have disrupted suspected terrorist movement and assembly in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State following a drone-assisted fighting patrol.

Security sources said the operation was launched at about 4:30 p.m. on May 1 after intelligence indicated movement and concentration of terrorist elements around Gallari community.

The sources disclosed that troops of 18 Battalion, deployed at Molai, advanced to the location on a fighting patrol and deployed an aerial surveillance drone ahead of the ground troops.

According to the sources, the drone sighted two terrorist gun trucks concealed under a tree within the area.

They added that troops immediately engaged the targets with 81mm mortar fire, forcing the suspected terrorists to retreat from their position.

The sources noted that the operation effectively disrupted the suspected gathering, while follow-up actions are ongoing to track fleeing elements and deny them freedom of movement in the area.

Troops Dislodge Terrorists in Konduga After Drone-Guided Strike

NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community

By Zagazola Makama

The Nigerian Army has commenced pre-event activities for its Combat Arms Training (CAT) Week 2026 with a free medical outreach for residents of Birnin Yaro community in Kaduna State.

Security sources said the outreach, which held on May 2, was flagged off by the Chief of Integrated Combat Arms, Maj.-Gen. G.M. Mutkut, as part of preparations for the CAT Week scheduled to take place at Jaji Military Cantonment from May 4 to May 8, 2026.

The sources disclosed that the programme provided free medical consultations and treatment for members of the host community, as well as personnel and their family members.

According to the sources, the initiative was designed to strengthen civil-military relations while improving access to basic healthcare services for underserved communities.

They added that senior officers, including the Principal Staff Officer from Headquarters Infantry Corps Centre and members of the Central Organising Committee for the CAT Week, were in attendance.

The sources noted that the event was conducted peacefully and without any incident.

NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community