Troops kill top Boko Haram commander, recover weapons in Borno
Troops of the Nigerian Army have killed some suspected terrorists, including a notorious Boko Haram commander who had a N100 million bounty on his head.
The army, in a statement, said the counter-terrorism operation was carried out by Special Forces under Operation HADIN KAI on Friday.
It read, “In a major counter-terrorism success, Special Forces under Operation HADIN KAI conducted a precision strike on 30 May 2025, targeting a key Boko Haram/ISWAP stronghold in the Kukawa axis of Northern Borno State.
“The operation, based on credible intelligence, aimed to neutralize Amir Abu Fatima, a notorious terrorist commander who has a ₦100 million bounty on his head.
“During the intense exchange of fire, Abu Fatima, was fatally wounded by gunfire. His deputy, several explosives experts, and multiple other terrorists were also eliminated in the confrontation,” it stated.
According to the statement, the operation recorded no casualty on the side of the troops, adding that weapons such as AK-47 rifles, magazines, assorted ordnance, and IED-making materials, were also recovered.
The army said the operation is a significant blow to terrorist leadership in the region and reinforces the Armed Forces’ commitment to restoring peace in the North East.
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