The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) recently executed successful precision airstrikes between March 17 and March 19, 2025, targeting notorious terrorist hideouts across the North-East and North-West regions. This decisive action, led by Group Captain Kabiru Ali, was aimed at locations like Chiralia and Zango Hill, which were critical for insurgent activities. The airstrikes effectively disrupted planned terror attacks and eliminated numerous insurgents. Read more
In Grazah, airstrikes destroyed extremist bases vital for recruitment, while strikes in Yuwe, situated in the dangerous Sambisa Forest, obstructed terrorist movements on the Damboa-Bitta highway. A significant mission in Zango Hill, Katsina State, dismantled a fortified bandit enclave, thanks to collaboration with ground forces. These operations, under Operation Hadin Kai and Operation Hadarin Daji, underscore NAF’s commitment to security advancement in Nigeria.
Key Takeaways:
- Precision airstrikes disrupted terrorist plans, targeting key insurgency hubs.
- Collaboration between air and ground forces proved effective in Zango Hill.
- The operations significantly hurt terrorist networks’ leadership and infrastructure.
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