Troops of Operation Hadin Kai successfully repelled an attack by suspected Boko Haram terrorists on Malari police station in Borno State.
The insurgents launched the attack at about 1:00 am on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
Upon receiving a distress call, the troops swiftly mobilized, engaged the terrorists, and repelled the attack.
The spokesperson for the State Police Command, ASP Nahum Daso, said the assailants attempted to infiltrate the police station but were forced to retreat after a fierce gun battle.
“Yes, there was an attack on Malari Police Station, but no casualty was recorded. The officers on duty, in collaboration with the military, repelled the insurgents and prevented them from entering the town,” Daso said.
He noted that the terrorists targeted a police Armoured Personnel Carrier during the attack, damaging its tyres but failing to destroy the vehicle.
“So far, no bodies have been recovered, but we are certain there were casualties on the side of the insurgents,” he added
Daso assured residents of the police force’s readiness to prevent future attacks, stating that Malari had previously been without civil authority but had seen improved security since the deployment of a police crack team.
