Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have uncovered and destroyed three terrorists’ detention facilities in the Timbuktu Triangle, which stretches across Borno and Yobe states, leading to the escape of 70 captives and the killing of 32 insurgents. “Their exposure and destruction clearly demonstrate that troops of OPHK have advanced well into the inner sanctuaries of ISWAP terrorists, denying the group both physical space and psychological advantage,” he said. He also said, “From January 21, 2026, to date, troops uncovered and destroyed three major terrorists’ detention facilities concealed within the Timbuktu Triangle forest, which stretches across Borno and Yobe states. “Preliminary assessments indicated that the facilities had the capacity to hold up to 300 detainees, highlighting their strategic importance to ISWAP terrorists’ operational and coercive framework,” he added. “Following thorough clearance of the area, the three detention facilities were deliberately demolished, permanently denying ISWAP the ability to reuse or reoccupy the sites,” he noted.

Source: Punch February 03, 2026 21:58 UTC