Over 592 Terrorists Killed in Borno Since March, Reveals FG
The Federal Government has announced that over 592 terrorists have been neutralised by troops in Borno State between March and November 2025, as part of intensified military operations to restore peace and stability in the North-East.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this during a press briefing on Wednesday, where he reaffirmed the government’s commitment to sustaining the momentum in the fight against terrorism and insurgency.
According to the Minister, the significant progress recorded in recent months demonstrates that the war against terrorism is being decisively won, with the armed forces achieving major operational successes in the region.
“Since March 2025, our gallant troops have neutralised over 592 terrorists in Borno State alone. This is a clear indication that Nigeria is winning the war against terrorism,” Idris said.
The Federal Government remains fully committed to ensuring that the remnants of these criminal elements are completely eliminated.”
He noted that the ongoing counter-terrorism campaign has also led to the arrest of several high-profile insurgent leaders, recovery of large caches of arms and ammunition, and the rescue of abducted civilians, including women and children who had been held captive in insurgent enclaves.
Idris attributed the successes to enhanced intelligence coordination, improved logistics support, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s continued investment in national security and defense capabilities.
“The Renewed Hope Agenda is not just about economic reforms; it is also about securing our people and reclaiming every inch of Nigerian territory from those who threaten our peace,” he added.
The Minister further urged Nigerians to support security agencies by providing credible information on suspicious activities, noting that the war on terror requires collective effort and national unity.
Borno State, the epicenter of the Boko Haram insurgency that began in 2009, has witnessed renewed military pressure on terrorist groups, including Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), leading to the surrender of hundreds of fighters in recent months.
Security experts say the government’s recent operational gains could mark a turning point in the country’s decade-long counterinsurgency campaign, if sustained.
