Lake Chad, Nigeria – June 16, 2025 — Nigerian troops under Operation Hadin Kai successfully repelled a coordinated early-morning attack by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on the Naval Base at the Lake Chad Fish Dam, according to a statement released by the Nigerian Army on Wednesday.

The attack, which occurred around 2 a.m., targeted swamp bogeys recently procured by the Borno State Government to support waterway clearance in the Lake Chad region. The terrorists attempted to infiltrate the base and destroy the newly acquired equipment but were met with fierce resistance.

According to the army’s statement, the defense operation was carried out through a joint effort involving land, air, and maritime forces. Reinforcements from Baga arrived to support troops already engaged in battle, resulting in a gunfight that lasted over two hours.

“In a well-coordinated joint land, maritime, and air operation, troops of Operation Hadin Kai neutralised scores of Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists that attempted to infiltrate the Naval Base Lake Chad in Fish Dam,” the army announced.

While the terrorists were forced to retreat, some damage was recorded. The statement confirmed that an ambulance and two other vehicles were destroyed during the attack, and several personnel sustained injuries.

“Minimal incursion was made, leading to the destruction of an ambulance and two other vehicles while some personnel were wounded in action,” the military noted.

The army also reported that the air component of Operation Hadin Kai is currently conducting pursuit operations on the waterways to track and eliminate fleeing terrorists. In addition to those neutralised in the attack, materials believed to be used for improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were recovered at the scene.

The failed assault underscores ongoing threats in the Lake Chad region despite continued efforts by Nigerian security forces to stabilize the area. Authorities say they remain committed to sustaining operations to eliminate remaining terrorist elements in the region.