Operation HADIN KAI has reaffirmed its commitment to creating a secure environment for humanitarian operations, civilian protection and the restoration of livelihoods across North-East Nigeria as it strengthens coordination with the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA).
Desk: Defence & Security
Date: October 8, 2026
Time: 18:00 WAT
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
A statement by the Acting Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, Captain Mohammed Goni, said the Theatre Commander, Major General Ibikunle Ajose, gave the assurance on Thursday, October 8, 2026, when he received the Deputy Head of Office, UN OCHA, Mrs Patricia Mucheche, and her delegation at Headquarters OPHK, Maimalari Cantonment, Maiduguri.
Mrs Mucheche congratulated Major General Ajose on his assumption of office as the 16th Theatre Commander and commended OPHK for its sustained cooperation with the humanitarian community, particularly in facilitating access and the safe and timely delivery of assistance to vulnerable populations.
She, however, highlighted challenges affecting humanitarian activities, including threats from improvised explosive devices, security concerns along Main Supply Routes and declining donor funding.
The UN OCHA delegation consequently called for sustained security measures along critical routes and farming areas, alongside improved coordination and timely information sharing to strengthen the protection of civilians, humanitarian personnel and essential supplies.
Responding, Major General Ajose assured the delegation that OPHK would continue to take appropriate measures within its mandate to safeguard communities and support legitimate humanitarian activities, stressing that civilian protection remains central to ongoing operations.
The Theatre Commander also reaffirmed the commitment to strengthening coordination with UN OCHA through regular engagements, appropriate information sharing and effective use of the UN OCHA Desk Office at Headquarters OPHK to facilitate timely communication and address emerging humanitarian concerns.
He further said the Theatre Command would sustain efforts to enable affected communities to safely access their farmlands, rebuild livelihoods and gradually return to normal life.
Major General Ajose reiterated OPHK's determination to consolidate operational gains, deny terrorists freedom of action and sustain a secure environment conducive to humanitarian assistance and socio-economic activities across the Theatre.
The engagement underscored the importance of continued coordination between OPHK and UN OCHA in addressing humanitarian challenges and protecting vulnerable populations across the North East.
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