Troops repel insurgent attack in Borno

Nigerian Army troops under Operation Hadin Kai have repelled an attack by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters in Benisheikh, Borno State, preventing what could have been a takeover of the town.

Sources told security analyst Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred at about 11:15 p.m. on April 14, 2026.

According to the sources, soldiers from the Headquarters 29 Task Force Brigade came under heavy attack but were able to hold their ground and repel the insurgents, forcing them to retreat in confusion.


The sources confirmed that no soldier lost his life during the clash. However, three personnel were injured in the exchange of gunfire.

The wounded soldiers have been taken to the 7 Division Medical Services and Hospital, where they are receiving treatment.

The military said it could not immediately confirm how many of the attackers were killed or injured.

It added that troops are still combing the area to track down fleeing fighters and assess the damage.

Officials noted that while the general security situation in the region is currently calm, it remains unpredictable.

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