NAF fighter jets | File photo
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says more than 15 terrorists have been killed in precision air strikes around the Sambisa forest in Borno.
Ehimen Ejodame, NAF’s director of public relations and information, announced this in a statement on Thursday.
Ejodame said the operation, carried out on Wednesday under Operation Hadin Kai, targeted a hideout west of Zuwa following credible intelligence and confirmatory surveillance.
He said the enclave was found to be harbouring fighters and commanders linked to recent attacks in the Bitta axis.
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According to him, the strikes destroyed key structures and dealt heavy blows to the insurgents.
Ejodame said the operation reflected NAF’s professionalism and commitment to assisting ground troops and protecting Nigerians.
He added that each successful strike pushes the country closer to lasting peace by dismantling terrorist networks.
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On Tuesday, troops under Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), with support from the air component and local security outfits, reportedly killed more than 20 insurgents during a week-long operation in the north-east region.
The offensive took place between August 23 and 30 in Gujba, Gubio, Sabsawa, Whumtakum, Mandarari, Gajigana, Konduga, Banki, and Loskori Kura in Borno and Yobe states.
The troops also arrested several collaborators and suppliers linked to the insurgents, and detonated improvised explosive devices (IEDs) during clearance operations.
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