The Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai has rescued over 47 persons, mostly women and children who were held captive by ISWAP terrorists in Kangarwa, Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State on 20 June 2026.
Acting Military Information Officer, Capt. Mohammed Goni said the successful rescue operation was made possible through sustained aggressive pressure and relentless offensive operations conducted by the troops against ISWAP enclaves in the Lake Chad region.
He noted that the unrelenting ground and air offensives forced the terrorists to abandon their positions in confusion, enabling the victims to escape from prolonged captivity.
Goni stressed that the rescued persons are currently being seen by medical professionals at a secure location.
He added that necessary humanitarian support is being provided in coordination with relevant agencies to facilitate their eventual reintegration.