Troops of Operation Hadin Kai on Thursday night repelled suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters who attempted to attack Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State.

Security sources said the insurgents tried to infiltrate the area around 11:15 p.m., triggering a swift response from soldiers deployed along the axis. The military moved to intercept the attackers shortly after the incursion was detected.

Residents reported hearing sustained gunfire during the confrontation. “There have been heavy sounds of gunshots as the soldiers engage the terrorists. We are hearing the sounds around Dalori,” a local source said.

Konduga, located about 35 kilometres from Maiduguri, remains a frontline community in the counter-insurgency campaign against Boko Haram and ISWAP due to its proximity to the Sambisa Forest.

As of the time of reporting, the exchange of fire was still ongoing, with security forces working to repel the attackers and secure the area. Authorities have yet to confirm casualties or further details from the operation.