The Nigerian government, in collaboration with the United States, carried out precision strikes against two major Islamic State (ISIS) terrorist enclaves in the Bauni Forest area of Sokoto State. According to a statement by Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris, intelligence confirmed that the sites were being used as assembly and staging grounds by foreign ISIS elements.
The operation, approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, took place on 26 December 2025 between 00:12 and 01:30 hours. It was supervised by the Ministers of Defence and Foreign Affairs and the Chief of Defence Staff. Sixteen GPS‑guided precision munitions were deployed from unmanned aerial platforms launched from maritime platforms in the Gulf of Guinea. After extensive intelligence gathering, operational planning, and reconnaissance, the strikes successfully neutralized the targeted ISIS elements and aimed to prevent large‑scale terrorist attacks within Nigerian territory. The locations were being used by ISIS operatives infiltrating from the Sahel region in collaboration with local affiliates.
Debris from expended munitions fell in Jabo, Tambuwal Local Government Area of Sokoto State, and in Offa, Kwara State, near a hotel. No civilian casualties were recorded, and the relevant authorities promptly secured the affected areas.
The government reiterated its commitment to confronting and eliminating terrorist threats, particularly those posed by transnational extremist networks. It remains aligned with strategic partners, such as the United States, in executing coordinated actions to ensure lasting peace, border security, and regional stability. Officials assured citizens that the national security architecture remains firmly under control and that protecting lives and property is a top priority.
This operation marks a significant step in Nigeria’s broader effort to combat terrorism, a major security challenge in recent years. As decisive actions continue, citizens are urged to remain calm and vigilant. The government’s dedication to safeguarding its people and maintaining national security is unwavering, and it will persist in working toward a safe and stable environment for all Nigerians.
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