The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the successful execution of an air interdiction mission by the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai in Southern Tumbuns, Borno State. The operation resulted in the elimination of numerous terrorists and the destruction of several logistics bases.
Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, confirmed that the airstrikes also destroyed various structures, equipment, vehicles, water vessels, and a suspected medical dispensary. The operation was launched following intelligence that indicated a clandestine migration of terrorists into the area from neighboring locations.
“Confirmatory Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance missions conducted on 12 and 15 August 2024 identified numerous terrorists and active structures concealed under trees,” Gabkwet stated. “Coordinated airstrikes were then launched, successfully engaging the targets and neutralizing several terrorists while destroying their structures.”
The Battle Damage Assessment following the strikes revealed the obliteration of multiple vehicles, water vessels, and a suspected medical dispensary. Credible intelligence further indicated that five key terrorist leaders were either killed or severely injured in the operation. Among those believed to have been present during the strike were Munzir Arika, Sani Dilla (Dan Hausawan Jubillaram), Ameer Modu, Dan Fulani Fari Fari, and Bakoura Arina Chiki, along with over 35 other foot soldiers.
“This operation has significantly degraded the operational capacity of the few remaining terrorists in the region,” Gabkwet added. “The Nigerian Air Force remains committed to supporting the efforts of the Armed Forces of Nigeria and other security agencies in safeguarding the region and ensuring peace and security prevail.”
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