The defence headquarters said the terrorists launched
simultaneous assaults on military bases in Dikwa, Mafa, Gajibo, and Katarko
between midnight and 4 am on Thursday.

A statement issued on Thursday by Sani Uba, a lieutenant
colonel and media officer for the joint task force, said the troops “fought
gallantly and professionally”, repelling the attacks and inflicting “heavy and
decisive losses” on the insurgents.

Over 50 terrorists were reportedly killed during the
operations, while several others sustained gunshot wounds and fled the scene.

The troops also recovered 38 AK-47 rifles, seven PKT machine
guns, five RPG tubes, two GPMGs, hand grenades, and thousands of assorted
rounds of ammunition.

Uba said air strikes from the air component of OPHK provided
cover for the ground troops, with precision attacks supported by intelligence,
surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) assets.

He added that some soldiers sustained injuries during the
encounters but are in stable condition.

Uba added that a few buildings and vehicles were also burnt
following drone and RPG fire from the insurgents, particularly in Dikwa and
Mafa.

“The military high command commended the gallantry and
resilience of the troops. Their performance reaffirms the military’s resolve
and capacity to defend the nation’s territorial integrity,” he added.