From Molly Kilete, Abuja
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), said its Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has destroyed some terrorist strongholds in Sambisa general area of Borno State and the Southern Tumbuns, killing scores of insurgents.
The airstrike according to NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, was executed on April 15, at approximately 5:30 a.m in Kollaram, a known stronghold of insurgents.
Ejodame, in a statement, said Intelligence reports, supported by surveillance footage, confirmed the presence of highly valued terrorist commanders in the area.
He said Several structures, some equipped with solar panels were identified as active terrorist hubs. Nigerian Air Force assets carried out a precision strike on the location, eliminating several fighters and disabling key infrastructure.
“A second precision strike followed at about 3:55pm in Arra, Sambisa. Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance missions had earlier detected clusters of terrorists, and real-time visuals confirmed the significant presence. Precision-guided munitions were employed, resulting in the effective destruction of targets and disruption of the group’s operational capabilities.
“These back-to-back missions are part of a sustained air campaign designed to erode terrorist capabilities, dismantle leadership structures, and eliminate sanctuaries across Nigeria.
“The Nigerian Air Force remains committed to ensuring that no location within the country offers safe haven to terrorists.