The Nigerian Air Pressure (NAF) Tuesday stated it has killed a number of terrorists in a precision air strike within the Yuwe axis of the Sambisa forest in Borno state.
The strike, performed on 19 April by the Air Part of Operation Hadin Kai, a joint process drive within the North-east, adopted credible intelligence supported by Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance, which confirmed the presence of terrorists hiding in “fortified buildings and bunkers” throughout the space.
An announcement by NAF spokesperson, Ehimen Ejodame, stated the air property deployed precision-guided munitions to have interaction the targets, destroying the buildings and neutralising a number of fighters. Key logistics amenities utilized by the group had been additionally reportedly eradicated.
A subsequent Battle Injury Evaluation confirmed the success of the operation, Ejodame added.
NAF stated the sustained tempo of its operations within the North-east continues to degrade terrorist networks, leaving them more and more uncovered and forcing them into what it described as “determined and reactive actions.”
The NAF spokesperson stated the success reaffirmed the navy’s dedication to sustaining relentless, intelligence-driven operations till terrorist components are fully neutralised.
“We stay dedicated to the safety of our personnel, the safety of our nation and the protection of all residents,” the NAF spokesperson quoted Aneke as saying.
The NAF additionally reiterated that it will proceed to accentuate precision strikes throughout the theatre whereas adhering strictly to guidelines of engagement and minimising civilian hurt.