By Abdullahi Mukhtar Algasgaini
In a decisive blow against terrorism, Nigerian Special Forces under Operation HADIN KAI have eliminated a high-profile Boko Haram/ISWAP commander, Amir Abu Fatima, along with several of his lieutenants in Kukawa, Northern Borno State.
The successful operation, carried out on May 30, 2025, followed credible intelligence reports on the terrorists’ hideout.
Abu Fatima, who had a ₦100 million bounty on his head, was fatally wounded in a fierce gun battle with troops. His deputy, explosives experts, and multiple fighters were also neutralized in the encounter.
Military sources confirmed the recovery of AK-47 rifles, ammunition, explosives, and IED-making materials from the scene.
No casualties were recorded among Nigerian forces.
This strike marks a major setback for terrorist operations in the region and underscores the Armed Forces’ ongoing efforts to restore stability in the Northeast.