The Nigerian Airforce has announced that its aerial unit of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) achieved a significant victory over the weekend by eliminating more than 30 terrorists, including two notorious terrorist leaders, in Borno State.
The Director of Public Relations and Information for the Nigerian Airforce, Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, confirmed that the targeted air strikes delivered a critical hit to the terrorist organization, focusing on ISWAP terrorist strongholds located in the Kolleram village, near the Lake Chad region.
According to him, “The operation, conducted on 13 April 2024, yielded significant success as the Battle Damage Assessment (BDA) post-strike conducted revealed the neutralization of over 30 terrorists.
“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.
“Intelligence gathered after the air strike further indicated that the aerial bombardment effectively obliterated a key facility within the Kolleram enclave.
“This facility served as a hub for the terrorists’ food processing activities, including grinding machines.
“The success of these airstrikes underscores 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 has 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.”
