Operation Hadin Kai Repels ISWAP Attack
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Dec 13, 2025 · Last updated Dec 15, 2025
The successful repulsion of the Islamic State – West Africa Province attack by Operation Hadin Kai troops in Nigeria — Borno State demonstrates the continued security challenges in the region, which could impact investor confidence in local businesses and infrastructure projects. However, the effective defense by Operation Hadin Kai may reassure some investors about the government's capacity to maintain stability.
Operation Hadin Kai troops successfully repelled a coordinated attack by the Islamic State – West Africa Province on a Forward Operating Base in Mairari, Nigeria — Borno State, on December 12-13, 2025. The terrorists attempted to breach the base using two Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Devices (VBIEDs), which were detected and neutralized by the troops. Several Islamic State – West Africa Province fighters were killed, and others were injured, leading to a significant degradation of their operational capability. Following the failed assault, Operation Hadin Kai troops, supported by the Nigeria — Nigeria Police Force Crack Team and the Civilian Joint Task Force, conducted an exploitation of the area, recovering weapons, ammunition, and logistics abandoned by the retreating terrorists. The incident highlighted the preparedness and resilience of the Operation Hadin Kai troops, with no breach of the base reported.
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