NAF Airstrikes Decimate Boko Haram Stronghold in Borno, Kill Scores
The Nigerian Air Force has dealt a major blow to Boko Haram, killing dozens of insurgents and destroying a key stronghold in Bita, Borno State. The operation, executed under the cover of darkness, was part of Operation Hadin Kai’s coordinated efforts to cripple terrorist activities in Nigeria’s North-East.
NAF Scores Big Win as Airstrikes Destroy Boko Haram Hideout in Borno
In a major military breakthrough, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed that precision airstrikes by its fighter jets under Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised scores of Boko Haram terrorists in Bita, Borno State.
The mission, which was carried out in the early hours of Friday, was targeted at fleeing insurgents in one of their known enclaves in Nigeria’s troubled North-East.
A Strong Message from the Skies
According to a statement by Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the Director of Public Relations and Information at NAF Headquarters, the strikes were part of a highly coordinated nighttime operation aimed at crippling the operational capability of the terrorists.
“In the early hours of today, NAF combat aircraft carried out precision airstrikes on fleeing terrorists in Bita, Borno State, neutralising scores of insurgents,” Ejodame said.
“The operation represents one of the most decisive blows against the group in recent times.”
Ground Forces Move In
Following the aerial assault, ground troops have commenced clearance operations to consolidate the gains from the offensive. These combined efforts are geared toward ensuring that the terrorists are flushed out completely and that the region remains secure.
Ejodame emphasized that the operation marks a substantial milestone in the broader fight against insurgency and that the Nigerian military remains committed to defending the nation’s territorial integrity.
A Renewed Commitment to National Security
The NAF assured citizens that it is leaving no stone unturned in the battle against terrorism:
“All necessary measures are being taken to ensure that terrorist elements have no safe haven anywhere within the country,” the statement read.
Final Word
As Nigeria continues to battle insurgency in the North-East, operations like these send a strong message: Boko Haram is losing ground. The successful strike in Bita not only weakens the enemy but boosts morale for both the military and citizens longing for peace in the region.
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