February 15, 2026 l Dalena Reporters
A significant security breach has been reported in Borno State, where suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters launched a late-night assault on a Nigerian Army camp in Pulka, burning parts of the facility and engaging troops in prolonged gunfire, local residents and eyewitnesses say.
According to multiple community sources, the attack occurred late Saturday night, February 14, 2026, and continued for approximately one and a half hours, with residents hearing heavy gunfire echo across Pulka town as militants confronted military forces. Eyewitnesses recounted scenes of chaos as parts of the camp were engulfed in flames — an indicator of the severity of the raid.
Initial reports suggest several casualties among Nigerian soldiers, although official figures have not yet been released by military authorities. The scale of the damage to the military installation remains unclear, and security forces are reportedly mobilising in response, but definitive statements from the Nigerian Army are still pending as of this writing.
The assault highlights the persistent threat posed by ISWAP and allied militants in northeast Nigeria, particularly in rural and forested areas that have long been insurgent strongholds. Borno remains at the centre of the Boko Haram insurgency and ISWAP campaign, which has periodically targeted both civilian communities and security installations despite ongoing counter-insurgency efforts. These groups have demonstrated capability to launch coordinated attacks, sometimes overrunning remote military positions and setting buildings ablaze, contributing to a sustained climate of insecurity.
Community Impact and Next Steps
Pulka residents reported feeling unsafe as the assault unfolded, and local leaders are calling on federal security agencies to provide clearer updates and reinforce military presence in vulnerable areas. The government’s official response is expected as investigations and strategic assessments continue in the aftermath of the attack.
No confirmation has yet been provided by security officials on the full extent of casualties or property damage, and further details may emerge as authorities engage the situation and release formal statements.