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Headquarters, Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai said troops have recorded a 213 per cent increase in terrorist surrenders in the North East over the past one week.
The development was attributed to sustained ground operations, targeted engagements against terrorist positions, and disruption of logistics and supply routes across the theatre.
In a statement on Wednesday, Acting Military Information Officer, Captain Mohammed Goni said the surge followed continued pressure on terrorist elements and reflects a growing number of fighters and associates abandoning the insurgency.
“During the period under review, the Theatre recorded a 213 per cent increase in terrorist surrenders compared with the preceding week,” Goni said.
He added that two high-profile terrorist members surrendered to troops on Tuesday with arms, ammunition and other military items.
“The recovery of these weapons and ammunition further reinforces indications that sustained military pressure is having a significant effect on the cohesion, morale and operational sustainability of terrorist elements,” he said.
In a related incident, Goni said other terrorist members surrendered to troops of 202 Battalion in Bama on 7 August 2026 at New Abaram, following sustained military operations and internal disagreements within the terrorist enclave.
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The group was screened, with mobile phones and other items recovered, before being handed over for further action in accordance with established procedures.
“The surrender further demonstrates the growing impact of sustained operational pressure and internal fractures within terrorist ranks,” the statement reads in part.
According to the military, the increasing frequency of surrenders highlights the effectiveness of OPHK’s multi-dimensional approach combining offensive ground operations, precision engagements and systematic disruption of logistics networks.
“By denying terrorists the opportunity to freely manoeuvre, regroup and replenish, troops continue to restrict their operational options and undermine their ability to sustain terrorist activities,” Goni stated.
He noted that the trend represents “the cumulative impact of sustained pressure and the gradual erosion of terrorist capability, cohesion and willingness to continue the fight.”
Operation Hadin Kai said it remains resolute in sustaining military pressure while providing channels for those willing to surrender.
The Theatre Command also urged members of the public to support operations by providing timely information, and encouraged terrorists to abandon violence and take advantage of available surrender channels.
