A joint action in Borno State by the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with ground troops, killed more than 30 terrorists.
Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information for the Nigerian Air Force, said that the action took place on Friday in Dar-El-Jamal village, Bama Local Government Area, in response to allegations of terrorist engagement against friendly forces.
He explained that the air component responded quickly to the situation report by deploying an information, surveillance, and reconnaissance mission, as well as an air interdiction operation.
According to him, the aircrew made touch with ground forces in Banki, who confirmed that reinforcements were already on their way to support the 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 neutralization of over 30 insurgents. Shortly afterwards, reinforcement troops arrived at the location, secured the area, and stabilized the situation,” he said.
Ejodame further stated that the coordinated victory demonstrated the seamless cooperation between air and ground forces, emphasizing the effectiveness of cooperative counterterrorism actions.
“This also reinforces the NAF’s resolve to dismantle terrorist networks, protect vulnerable communities, and restore lasting peace to the Northeast and beyond.”
He further reassured Nigerians of the military’s commitment:
“The NAF, working closely with sister services and other security agencies, will continue to take deliberate and collaborative actions to ensure the safety and security of all citizens across the country.”
