By ZAKAA LAZARUS
The Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), operating under Sector 2 at Koulfoua Island in the Region of Lake Chad have repelled an attack by Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists.
The operation, conducted near the bank of Koulfoua, dealt a significant blow to the terrorist groups, resulting in the elimination of a key Boko Haram commander identified as Amir Dumkei, along with 5 other terrorists.
This was revealed in a statement issued by the Chief Military Public information Officer Army MNJTF Lieutenant Colonel OLANIYI OSOBA.
According to him, items recovered include 9 AK 47 rifles, 3 boats and a large cache of ammunition was recovered.
He said the ISWAP/Boko Haram terrorists initiated their offensive in the early hours of Tuesday , 15 July 2025, attacking the MNJTF military base in Koulfoua Island.
He said they were met with superior firepower from the MNJTF troops. Through intense artillery and coordinated fire power bombardments, the terrorist commander was neutralized along with five others, while the remaining terrorists fled with gunshot wounds.
” During the operation, the troops successfully captured a substantial cache of arms.
“Currently, the troops are in pursuit of the fleeing terrorists, and clearance operations are ongoing to ensure the area is secure.
“The Force Commander of the MNJTF, Major General Godwin Mutkut, commended the troops for their unwavering commitment to eradicating terrorism and ensuring the safety and security of the people in the Lake Chad region.
“This operation underscores the relentless efforts and bravery of the MNJTF in maintaining peace in the region.”, the statement added.
