Nigerian Army Recovers Anti-Aircraft Gun in Borno State Operation

Nigerian Army Troops Recover Heavy Weapon in Borno State

In a significant counter-terrorism operation, troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation Hadin Kai have recovered an anti-aircraft machine gun and several rounds of ammunition in Borno State.

According to security analyst and counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama, the recovery took place on April 21, 2026, during follow-up operations in Nanewa village. The operation followed an earlier firefight in which several terrorists were neutralised.

Military sources reported that troops conducting mop-up operations along the withdrawal route of fleeing insurgents discovered the heavy weapon, along with multiple rounds of 7.62×54mm ammunition. The items are believed to have been abandoned during the earlier engagement.

Evidence of the encounter was found along the escape route, with traces of blood suggesting that some of the terrorists may have sustained injuries during the firefight.

The recovered weapons and ammunition have been secured by military authorities for further analysis and documentation. This operation demonstrates the ongoing efforts of Nigerian security forces to combat insurgency and recover illicit arms in the region.

Operation Hadin Kai, the military campaign against terrorist groups in northeastern Nigeria, continues to conduct clearance operations and engage with insurgents in Borno State and surrounding areas.