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NAF “Kills” Terrorists in Sambisa as Fresh Airstrike Destroys Hideouts

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Promise Odejide

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The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says it has eliminated several terrorists in a precision airstrike carried out on April 19, 2026, in the Yuwe axis of Sambisa Forest, Borno State, as part of ongoing operations against insurgents in the North-East.

What happened

According to a statement by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Ehimen Ejodame, the strike was executed by the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI after credible intelligence confirmed the presence of terrorists in fortified structures and bunkers.

He said the targets were engaged with precision munitions, leading to the destruction of the structures and the neutralisation of multiple fighters.

Details of the operation

Ejodame explained that the mission was supported by Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance operations, which verified terrorist activity in the area before the strike.

“NAF air assets engaged the targets with precision munitions, destroying the structures, neutralising multiple terrorists, and eliminating key logistics facilities,” he said.

He added that a post-strike Battle Damage Assessment confirmed the impact of the operation.

Military speaks on ongoing operations

The NAF noted that sustained air offensives have continued to weaken terrorist networks in the region, forcing them into more desperate actions.

“The sustained tempo of air operations continues to degrade terrorist networks, leaving them increasingly exposed and disrupted,” Ejodame stated.

Also speaking, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, reaffirmed the military’s commitment to intensifying operations.

“The Nigerian Air Force will sustain relentless, intelligence-driven air operations until terrorist elements are completely neutralised,” he said.

Background

Sambisa Forest has remained a major stronghold for insurgent groups operating in Nigeria’s North-East for years.

Military operations under Operation HADIN KAI have focused on dismantling these networks through coordinated ground and air offensives.

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