Tuesday, May 26, 2026 - The Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have raised alarm over possible terror attacks by Boko Haram and ISWAP at highly populated locations across the North-East during the forthcoming Eid-El-Kabir festive season.
In a statement released on Monday, May 24, the spokesman of
the operation, Lt. Col. Sani Uba, said;
“Credible
intelligence available to the Command indicates the possibility of isolated
attempts by remnant Boko Haram Terrorists (BHT) and Islamic State West Africa
Province (ISWAP) elements to exploit the festive period to carry out attacks
against civilian targets using suicide bombers and IEDs, particularly in areas
of high population concentration,” he said.
The theater command warned the public to Conduct Eid prayers
and festivities as close to their homes and familiar localities as possible,
and avoid large open gatherings where practicable; and exercise heightened
vigilance in crowded public spaces such as markets, motor parks, banking halls,
and prayer grounds.
The theater command further warned the public to report any
suspicious persons, unattended objects, or unusual movements to the nearest
military checkpoint, police station, or civil-military liaison point
immediately, cooperate fully with security personnel during patrols and
screening operations; and avoid unnecessary movement, particularly at night or
in areas with limited security presence.
The Theatre Command urged the public to refrain from
spreading unverified information or rumours capable of causing public panic.
It called on traditional rulers, religious leaders, media
organizations and community stakeholders to actively engage their communities
and encourage the timely reporting of credible security information ahead of
and during the celebration period.
“Operation
HADIN KAI reassures all residents of the North East that troops are on standby,
fully prepared, and firmly in control,” the statement said
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