Troops repel Boko Haram attack, eliminate top terrorist commander at Lake Chad

Troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) under Sector 2 have successfully repelled a coordinated attack by Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists near Koulfoua Island in the Lake Chad region, dealing a major blow to the insurgent groups.

According to a statement released by Lt.-Col. Olaniyi Osoba, the MNJTF’s Chief Military Public Information Officer, the operation led to the killing of Amir Dumkei, a notorious terrorist commander, along with five other insurgents.

The encounter reportedly took place along the banks of Koulfoua, where the terrorists attempted to launch a surprise offensive. However, the highly alert troops swiftly engaged the attackers in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to retreat and leaving several casualties behind.

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Lt.-Col. Osoba further revealed that the troops recovered nine AK -47 rifles, three boats and a large cache of ammunition from the criminals.

He explained that the ISWAP/Boko Haram terrorists initiated the offensive in the early hours of Tuesday, 15 July 2025, attacking the MNJTF military base in Koulfoua Island.

However, they were met with superior firepower from the MNJTF troops.

Osoba stressed that the terrorist commander was neutralised along with five others following intense artillery and coordinated fire power bombardments, while the remaining terrorists fled with gunshot injuries.

The MNJTF’s Chief Military Public Information Officer added that the troops also captured a substantial cache of arms during the operation.

He added that the troops were in pursuit of the fleeing terrorists, assuring that clearance operations were ongoing to ensure the security of the area.

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.