The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has executed a successful air interdiction mission against terrorist logistics at Dabar Masara in the southern Tumbuns.
The operation was carried out on December 14, 2025, by the air component of Joint Task Force Operation HADIN KAI.
The NAF said the strike followed credible intelligence indicating the presence of a terrorist workshop and sustained movement of armed elements in the area.
It said an integrated force package was deployed to conduct coordinated intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions alongside strike operations.
The NAF said earlier surveillance revealed repeated terrorist movement and a significant number of vehicles concealed under vegetation.
It said the findings confirmed the location as an active terrorist logistics hub.
Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, NAF spokesman said in a statement: “On the day of the operation, further surveillance validated the earlier findings, with terrorists observed manoeuvring within the location and around the identified vehicles.
“Following positive identification and in strict adherence to the Rules of Engagement, the targets were engaged. Post-operation Battle Damage Assessment confirmed that the identified vehicles were destroyed and terrorist elements were neutralised.
“The successful execution of this mission underscores the NAF’s continued commitment to intelligence-driven, precise air operations in support of national efforts to degrade terrorist networks and enhance security across affected regions.”
