By Borno, Nigeria — The Nigerian Army announced this morning that troops under Operation Hadin Kai have successfully assisted Nigerian refugees in returning from the Republic of Cameroon to Borno State.
On January 27, 2026, soldiers from Sector 1, together with local vigilante groups and community security volunteers, provided protection for the refugees as they crossed the Kirawa border into Pulka town in Gwoza Local Government Area. Many of the returnees had been living in Cameroon for over eleven years due to violence in their communities.
The repatriation journey began in Minawawu in Cameroon, passed through Moruwa, and ended at Kirawa in Nigeria. The operation followed established security and humanitarian guidelines and was coordinated by the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons, the Borno State Government, and other security agencies.
A government delegation oversaw the arrival of the refugees. The delegation included local government officials, members of the state assembly, and representatives from international humanitarian organizations.
Upon arrival at Maraban Kirawa, the refugees were taken to a reception centre in Pulka, where over one hundred households were registered and provided with relief support. Assistance included cash, food, mattresses, and other essential items.
The returnees will remain at the centre for medical checks, and children will receive vaccinations administered by military medical staff and local health workers.
The delegation is expected to return to Cameroon to assist with the repatriation of additional groups. The army confirmed that the exercise was completed without incident, and troops remain on alert to maintain security in the area.
