The Nigerian Army has confirmed the death of Boko Haram commander Amir Abu Fatima in a high-level military strike carried out in the Kukawa region of Borno State.
Disclosing the operation via its 𝕏 handle on Friday, the army stated that the mission was strategically launched to take out Fatima, one of the most wanted terrorist leaders in Nigeria, who had a ₦100 million bounty placed on his head.
According to the statement, “In a major counter-terrorism success, Special Forces under Operation HADIN KAI conducted a precision strike on 30 May 2025, targeting a key Boko Haram/ISWAP stronghold in the Kukawa axis of Northern Borno State.”
It added: “The operation, based on credible intelligence, aimed to neutralize Amir Abu Fatima, a notorious terrorist commander who has a ₦100 million bounty on his head.”
The clash reportedly resulted in the deaths of Fatima, his second-in-command, and multiple other insurgents, including bomb technicians.
“During the intense exchange of fire, Abu Fatima was fatally wounded by gunfire. His deputy, several explosives experts, and multiple other terrorists were also eliminated in the confrontation,” the army said.
Troops reportedly recovered a cache of weapons, including AK-47 rifles, magazines, and materials used to manufacture IEDs.
“This operation delivers a significant blow to terrorist leadership in the region and reinforces the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s avowed commitment to restoring peace in the North East,” it concluded.