April 16, (THEWILL)- The Air component of Operation Hadarin Kai (OPHK) has executed a precision airstrike on the hideouts of ISWAP terrorists nestled within Kolleram village along the shores of Lake Chad.
NAF Spokesman, Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, who disclosed this in a statement, said the operation, conducted last Saturday, April 13, 2024, yielded significant success as a Battle Damage Assessment (BDA) post-strike conducted revealed the neutralisation of over 30 terrorists and their senior commanders, including Ali Dawud, Bakura Fallujah, and Mallam Ari.
He said 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, which 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 neutralising 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,” said Gabkwet.
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