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Published on 2024-04-16 11:19:25
The Air component of Operation Hadin Kai, OPHK, recently carried out a precise airstrike on the hideouts of ISWAP terrorists, resulting in the elimination of over 30 fighters within Kolleram village along the shores of Lake Chad. This successful operation was confirmed in a statement by AVM Edward Gabkwet, the Director of Public Relations and Information for the Nigerian Air Force, NAF, in Abuja.
The airstrikes, which took place on April 13, were hailed as a decisive blow against terrorism in the North-East region. The Battle Damage Assessment (BDA) conducted after the strike revealed that more than 30 terrorists, including senior commanders like Ali Dawud, Bakura Fallujah, and Mallam Ari, were neutralized. Additionally, several vehicles, motorcycles, and logistical assets were destroyed, severely hampering the operational capabilities of the insurgents.
Furthermore, intelligence reports indicated that the airstrikes effectively destroyed a key facility within the Kolleram enclave, which was used by the terrorists for food processing activities, including grinding machines. This successful operation highlights the NAF’s unwavering commitment to eradicating terrorism and ensuring the safety and security of Nigerian citizens.
AVM Gabkwet emphasized that by eliminating key terrorist figures and disrupting their logistical infrastructure, the operation has significantly weakened the capabilities of the ISWAP group in the region. These airstrikes complement the ground forces’ ongoing efforts in the Lake Chad flank and mark a crucial advancement in the fight against terrorism in Nigeria.
The success of this operation underscores the NAF’s dedication to eradicating terrorism and safeguarding the country’s citizens. The airstrikes were a strategic move to neutralize key terrorist figures and destroy their logistical infrastructure, thereby crippling the ISWAP group’s operations in the region. This coordinated effort by the Air component of Operation Hadin Kai and ground forces is a significant step forward in the fight against terrorism in Nigeria.
In conclusion, the recent precision airstrike on ISWAP hideouts in Kolleram village is a testament to the NAF’s commitment to combatting terrorism and ensuring the safety of Nigerian citizens. By neutralizing key terrorist figures and destroying their logistical infrastructure, the operation has dealt a significant blow to the capabilities of the ISWAP group in the region. This successful operation is a crucial milestone in the ongoing fight against terrorism in Nigeria and demonstrates the effectiveness of the collaborative efforts between the Air component of Operation Hadin Kai and ground forces in the region.
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