Troops Secure Ngoshe, Ensure Peaceful Eid Celebrations
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have reaffirmed their firm operational control over Ngoshe and the Gwoza axis of Borno State, effectively countering terrorist propaganda and ensuring a peaceful Eid-el-Fitr celebration across the area.
In a desperate attempt to remain relevant, Boko Haram/ISWAP elements recently circulated false claims of plans to overrun Ngoshe and conduct Sallah prayers at the Central Mosque. The misinformation was aimed at creating panic and projecting a misleading image of strength. However, these claims reflect a weakened group increasingly reliant on propaganda rather than actual capability.
Acting on credible intelligence, troops swiftly reinforced the area following an attempted incursion on March 4, and intensified clearance operations. The proactive response—supported by aerial surveillance and the cooperation of vigilant residents—successfully disrupted terrorist movements and led to the neutralisation of several terrorists, further degrading their operational capacity.
As a result, Ngoshe and the adjoining Gwoza axis remained calm, secure, and firmly under the control of Nigerian Army troops throughout the Sallah period. Residents freely observed prayers and celebrated without interference, exposing the falsehood of the terrorists’ claims.
In a strong demonstration of confidence, troops led by the Commander, 26 Task Force Brigade, Brigadier General N. I. Abdullahi, joined worshippers to observe Eid prayers at the Ngoshe Central Mosque. The gesture reassured residents and underscored the continued failure of terrorist propaganda.
However, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu has commended the resilience and cooperation of the local populace, noting that their support remains critical to sustaining ongoing successes. “Members of the public are urged to disregard and avoid amplifying terrorist propaganda, as such narratives are deliberate tools used by weakened groups to instill fear and undermine security efforts.
“Troops of Operation HADIN KAI will continue to sustain aggressive operations across the theatre to consolidate gains, eliminate residual threats, and ensure enduring peace and security in the North East.”
