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Suspected members of the Islamic State of the West African Province (ISWAP) launched an assault on Malari Police Station in Borno State, leading to a fierce gun battle with Nigerian military forces under Operation Hadin Kai.
The attack occurred around 1 a.m. on Wednesday, prompting the Joint Task Force (JTF) Northeast headquarters to respond to a distress call.
Troops swiftly mobilized, engaged the insurgents, and successfully repelled them, ensuring the safe withdrawal of the police Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC).
ISWAP fighters had attempted to seize the APC, allegedly planning to use it for an improvised explosive device (IED) attack.
However, soldiers from the 222 Battalion held their position, preventing further damage.
While no security personnel were harmed, three APC tyres were damaged. Bloodstains along the terrorists’ escape route suggest casualties, though exact figures remain unknown.
The military continues operations to track down the attackers and maintain control of the area.