The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), working beneath the Joint Task Force, “Operation Hadin Kai” (OPHK), has killed Islamic State West Africa Province(ISWAP) leaders and different terrorists within the Lake Chad area following a precision air strike on an recognized terrorist hideout.
A press release by the NAF spokesperson, Air Cdre Ehimen Ejodame, mentioned the strike performed yesterday additionally destroyed logistical belongings, together with boat engines and bikes, believed to assist the group’s motion and operational actions. According to him, preliminary post-strike assessments point out that a number of outstanding ISWAP terrorists had been neutralised, together with people recognized as key figures inside the group’s safety construction and management council, like Jindullah, reportedly the chief safety guard and confidant of Abu Saleem, in addition to Abul Kissa, a member of the ISWAP Shura Council.
He mentioned the strike underscored NAF’s sustained dedication to degrading terrorist networks, disrupting their logistics and enhancing safety throughout Nigeria’s North-East.
Ejodame added that the operation demonstrated NAF’s intense effort to conduct intelligence-led precision strikes towards terrorist enclaves hid inside tough terrain.
“By neutralising key operatives and destroying critical logistical resources, the strike delivers a significant setback to ISWAP’s operational capability, further constraining its ability to coordinate activities and threaten vulnerable communities,” he mentioned.
Commenting on the success, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, reaffirmed NAF’s resolve to maintain decisive air operations towards terrorist networks in assist of ongoing efforts to revive peace and stability throughout the nation.
The Nigerian Air Force stays dedicated to working intently with sister Services and different safety companies to consolidate operational positive aspects, defend susceptible communities and advance efforts in the direction of lasting peace and safety within the North-East.
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