NAF Airstrikes Decimate Terrorist Hideouts, Kill Scores In Borno

NAF Airstrikes Decimate Terrorist Hideouts, Kill Scores In Borno

The Nigerian Air Force on Thursday said its fighter jets carried out airstrikes that killed several terrorists and destroyed their weapons, hideouts, and vehicles in Borno State.

According to NAF, the operations, which targeted terrorist strongholds at Warawara (near Wajiroko) and Chinene in the Mandara Mountains, dealt a severe blow to insurgent activities in the region.

A statement issued by the Deputy Director of Public Relations and Information, Group Captain Kabiru Ali, explained that the strikes were conducted after Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance missions uncovered terrorists stockpiling logistics and planting Improvised Explosive Devices around Wajiroko.

The statement read, “The Nigerian Air Force, in sustaining its counterterrorism operations tempo in the North-East, executed decisive airstrikes in multiple waves on March 26, 2025.

“NAF aircraft delivered coordinated strikes on terrorist strongholds in Warawara, near Wajiroko, and Chinene in the Mandara Mountains, dealing a severe blow to insurgent activities.

“Guided by meticulous ISR operations, NAF identified a group of terrorists stockpiling logistics and planting IEDs around Wajiroko. Surveillance later tracked their movement to a concealed location housing a gun truck, ammunition stockpiles, and fuel reserves.

“In response, the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai executed multiple waves of air interdiction (AI) missions. The first wave struck the terrorists’ logistics hub, destroying gun trucks and critical supplies. The second wave followed with sustained rocket and cannon attacks, ensuring the complete destruction of terrorist assets.

“Later that day, NAF aircraft targeted another terrorist enclave at Chinene in the Mandara Mountains. Intelligence reports indicated that insurgents had relocated to the area following an earlier air raid on Degbewa on March 16, 2025. Overhead reconnaissance confirmed the presence of active structures, prompting an airstrike that set terrorist hideouts ablaze. Fleeing insurgents were engaged and neutralized, further crippling their operational capacity.”

Group Captain Ali stated that the Battle Damage Assessment confirmed the neutralization of scores of terrorist fighters and the destruction of their weapons and vehicles.

“Battle Damage Assessment and corroboratory intelligence confirmed the elimination of multiple terrorists,along with the destruction of four terrorist gun trucks, two Toyota Hilux vehicles, and several makeshift shelters. The strikes forced the insurgents to abandon their positions, significantly degrading their operational capabilities.

“These successful air interdiction missions underscore the NAF’s unwavering commitment to neutralizing insurgents, disrupting their logistics, and denying them safe havens. With sustained pressure on terrorist elements, the NAF remains resolute in its mission to restore peace and security in the country.”