Nigerian Air Force bombs terrorist hideouts in Borno, neutralizes fighters
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At a glance
- The Nigerian Air Force conducted precision strikes against terrorist hideouts in Borno State, destroying facilities and neutralizing insurgents.
- The operation followed credible intelligence and ISR reports, aiming to cripple the operational capacity of terrorist groups.
- Sustained air offensives have instilled fear and disorientation among insurgents, denying them freedom of movement.
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has intensified its counter-terrorism efforts in Borno State, targeting identified terrorist hideouts and logistics structures in the Biramiri and Gezuwa general areas. These coordinated precision strikes, based on credible Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) reports, have successfully destroyed key terrorist facilities and neutralized several insurgents.
According to Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information for the NAF, the operation significantly crippled the operational capacity of the insurgents. The sustained air bombardments have created an atmosphere of fear and confusion among terrorist elements operating in the Sambisa axis. Intelligence assessments indicate growing apprehension and disorientation within their ranks, as the continuous strikes deny them freedom of movement and safe havens.
The coordinated attacks destroyed key terrorist facilities and neutralised several fighters, further crippling the operational capacity of the insurgents.
The NAF, in collaboration with troops of Operation Hadin Kai and other security agencies, remains committed to maintaining relentless pressure on terrorist networks. The force reaffirms its dedication to protecting innocent lives and restoring lasting peace and security across the North-East region of Nigeria.
The NAF, in concert with troops of Operation Hadin Kai and other security agencies, remains resolute in maintaining relentless pressure on terrorist networks while reinforcing its commitment to protecting innocent lives and restoring lasting peace and security across the North-East.
Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.