Nigerian Air Force Strikes Hard: Boko Haram Hideouts In Borno Decimated, Terrorists Neutralized

The operation, conducted under Operation HADIN KAI, took place on June 5 and 6 in the Tumbumma Baba and Chiralia areas of the Southern Tumbuns, a known insurgent hub for tactical planning and supply storage.

In a statement released on Saturday, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, Director of Public Relations and Information at NAF Headquarters, explained that the strikes were based on credible intelligence and were carefully timed to prevent planned attacks during the Eid-el-Kabir festivities.

“The Nigerian Air Force, under Operation HADIN KAI, carried out precision airstrikes on June 5 and 6, successfully neutralizing Boko Haram hideouts at Tumbumma Baba and Chiralia in Southern Tumbuns, Borno State,” the statement said.

According to the Air Force, insurgents were preparing to launch attacks aimed at disrupting the Eid celebrations, prompting the preemptive strikes to avert such threats.

“NAF aircraft targeted terrorist facilities used for storage and coordination, delivering precise hits that disrupted planned attacks meant to mar the festive period,” added Ejodame.

Battle Damage Assessments (BDA) following the airstrikes confirmed the elimination of several terrorists and the destruction of vital logistical infrastructure, significantly weakening the terrorists’ operational capabilities.

Ejodame emphasized, “This preemptive strike highlights the Nigerian Air Force’s dedication to protecting civilian lives and advancing national security goals.”