Over 30 terrorists have been killed in a recent onslaught by troops of the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai (AC OPHK) of the Nigerian Air Force.
Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the Director of Public Relations and Information for NAF said the troops demonstrated their unwavering commitment to defending the nation during the operation.
Ejodame said the operation was carried out at Dar-El-Jamal village in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State on September 5.
He said, “Acting swiftly on the situation report, the AC OPHK deployed an Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) and Air Interdiction (AI) mission.
“En route, the aircrew established contact with ground forces in Banki, who confirmed that reinforcements were already moving to support troops.
“On arrival at Dar Jamel, the aircrew visually identified friendly forces before ISR scans revealed terrorists fleeing northwards from the town towards nearby bushes. In a series of three precise and successive strikes, the fleeing terrorists were decisively engaged, resulting in the neutralisation of over 30 insurgents,” Ejodame said.
He added that shortly afterwards, reinforcement troops arrived at the location, secured the area, and stabilised the situation.
He said this success highlights the seamless synergy between air and ground forces, underscoring the effectiveness of joint efforts in counterterrorism operations.
“It also reinforces the Nigerian Armed Forces’ resolve to dismantle terrorist networks, protect vulnerable communities, and restore lasting peace to the North East and beyond.
“The Nigerian Air Force, working closely with sister services and other security agencies, reassures Nigerians that it will continue to take deliberate and collaborative actions to ensure the safety and security of all citizens across the country,” Ejodame added.
