The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has dealt a significant blow to terrorist operations in the Northeast, eliminating five key commanders and over 35 foot soldiers in a successful air interdiction in Arina, Southern Tumbuns of Borno.
The NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, AVN Edward Gabkwet, identified the killed commanders as Munzir Arika, Sani Dilla (a.k.a Dan Hausawan Jubillaram), Ameer Modu, Dan Fulani Fari Fari, and Bakoura Arina Chiki.
Gabkwet revealed that intelligence had uncovered the clandestine migration of terrorists into the area, prompting confirmatory Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance missions on August 12 and 15. This led to coordinated airstrikes, resulting in the neutralization of several terrorists and destruction of their structures.
The aftermath of the strikes revealed the obliteration of equipment, vehicles, water vessels, and a suspected medical dispensary. Credible intelligence confirmed that five key terrorist leaders were either killed or severely injured in the strike.
The operation has significantly degraded the operational capacity of the few remaining terrorists in the region. The NAF remains committed to supporting the efforts of the Armed Forces of Nigeria and other security agencies in safeguarding the region and ensuring peace and security prevail.
