By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have recorded major operational successes across the North-East theatre, neutralising 152 terrorists and arresting 142 others, including suspected logistics suppliers, during operations conducted between Aug. 1 and 31, 2026.
The latest operational figures indicate sustained pressure by the joint security forces against terrorist groups, their logistics networks and mobility capabilities across the theatre.
According to the monthly operational summary, 219 terrorists also surrendered to the troops during the period, a development the military said reflects the continued degradation of terrorist networks and growing willingness among some fighters to abandon the insurgency.
The troops also conducted 10 successful air interdictions in support of ground operations, targeting terrorist movements and logistics activities in different locations within the theatre.
The air operations complemented sustained ground offensives aimed at disrupting terrorist formations, supply routes and freedom of movement.
During the period under review, troops also neutralised nine improvised explosive devices (IEDs), thereby denying terrorist elements the opportunity to use the devices against military personnel and civilians.
