The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) High Command stated on Tuesday that several terrorists, including their commanders, have been eliminated in a decisive blow against terrorism by the Air component of Operation Hadarin Kai (OPHK) on the hideouts of ISWAP terrorists nestled within Kolleram village along the shores of Lake Chad.
This information was contained in a statement provided to Defence Correspondents in Abuja by NAF Spokesperson Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet.
The statement explained that the operation, which was conducted on 13 April, yielded significant success as the Battle Damage Assessment (BDA) post-strike revealed the neutralization of over 30 terrorists.
According to the statement, “among those neutralized were some senior commanders such as Ali Dawud, Bakura Fallujah, and Mallam Ari.”
“Additionally, numerous vehicles, motorcycles, and logistical assets were destroyed, severely hampering the terrorists’ operational capabilities.”
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It added that intelligence gathered after the airstrike further indicated that the aerial bombardment effectively obliterated a key facility within the Kolleram enclave, which served as a hub for the terrorists’ food processing activities, including grinding machines.
The statement pointed out that the success of these airstrikes underscored NAF’s commitment to eradicating terrorism and ensuring the safety and security of Nigerian citizens. By neutralizing key terrorist figures and destroying their logistical infrastructure, the operation significantly degraded the capabilities of the ISWAP group in the region.
“These airstrikes complement the ongoing efforts of ground forces in the Lake Chad flank and represent a crucial step forward in the fight against terrorism in Nigeria,” the statement added.
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