Terrorists Launch Devastating Assault On Nigerian Army Camp: 4 Soldiers Killed In Explosive Ambush

At least four soldiers were reportedly killed during a deadly assault on the Nigerian Army’s 27 Task Force Brigade in Buni Yadi, located in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, in the early hours of Saturday, May 3, 2025.

 the Nigerian Army confirmed on its official social media channels that troops had engaged in a gun battle with suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) militants.

As of press time, the military had yet to release comprehensive details about the attack.

The incident occurred less than 24 hours after the North East Governors Forum met in Damaturu, Yobe State’s capital, to adopt a comprehensive strategy to tackle insurgency in the region.

A security operative who survived the ambush told Daily Trust that the attack took place around 2:00 a.m. He revealed that the insurgents launched explosives that destroyed several military assets and claimed the lives of four soldiers.

“We were caught off guard by the intensity of the explosions and gunfire, but we held our ground. Sadly, we lost four comrades and several pieces of equipment, though the attackers also suffered casualties,” he recounted.

Buni Yadi—about 65 kilometres from Damaturu—is the hometown of Governor Mai Mala Buni.

A local resident, now taking refuge at the council headquarters, said many inhabitants had fled their homes in fear.

“The army has since restricted vehicle movement along the busy highway that connects Yobe to Biu and other towns in southern Borno,” he added.