Suspected Islamic State of the West African Province (ISWAP) terrorists attacked the Malari Police Station in Borno State, sparking a fierce gun battle with troops from the Nigerian military’s Operation Hadin Kai.
The assault took place around 1am on Wednesday when the Joint Task Force (JTF) Northeast headquarters received a distress call about the attack.
“Upon receiving the information, our troops swiftly mobilised, engaged the terrorists, and successfully repelled the attack, allowing the police Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) to withdraw safely,” a source told Zagazola Makama, a counterinsurgency expert.
The terrorists had attempted to seize the APC, intending to use it for a subsequent IED attack on security forces.
Despite intense gunfire, the brave troops of the 222 Battalion held their ground and secured the police station.
There were no casualties among security forces, though three APC tyres were damaged.
The number of terrorist casualties remains unconfirmed, but traces of blood were observed along their withdrawal route.
Military sources confirmed that troops have maintained dominance over the area.
Further operations will be conducted at first light to track down the attackers.
