The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), under Operation Hadin Kai, has eliminated scores of terrorist fighters and commanders during a precision air interdiction mission at Kangarwa in the Northern Tumbuns.
According to the Air Component of the Joint Task Force North-East, the strike followed credible intelligence, supported by Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance missions, which confirmed the presence and activities of terrorists in the area.
In a statement, the Director of Public Relations and Information, NAF, Ehimen Ejodame, said the operation underscores the force’s sustained offensive campaign aimed at dismantling terrorist strongholds and restricting insurgents’ freedom of action.
He explained that during the mission, several terrorists were observed moving around structures and concealed positions within the settlement.
Following positive identification and confirmation, NAF air assets carried out successive strike passes, delivering accurate fire on designated targets.
The bombardment destroyed key structures and logistics hubs, while neutralising scores of fighters, significantly degrading the enclave and reducing its operational effectiveness.
The strike also disrupted terrorist movements and created favourable conditions for ground troops to advance and sustain coordinated clearance operations.
The operation is believed to have dealt a major blow to ISWAP elements, affecting both fighters and parts of its command and support structure.
The success highlights growing synergy between air and ground forces under Operation Hadin Kai, reinforcing efforts to deny terrorists safe haven.
Commenting on the operation, the Chief of the Air Staff, Sunday Kelvin Aneke, said:
“The Nigerian Air Force will continue to deliver precision, intelligence-driven strikes in close coordination with surface forces until every terrorist enclave is dismantled and lasting security is restored.”
By Linus Aleke
