The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reported the successful neutralization of over 20 terrorists and the destruction of a gun truck during two separate operations on November 25, 2024, in Kukawa, Borno State. The airstrikes also prevented a planned attack on troops in the region.
Air Commodore Olusola Akinboyewa, in a statement regarding the operations, said, “In the first mission, NAF fighter jets destroyed a gun truck and eliminated several fighters. The second mission provided close air support to help repel an assault on our ground troops.”
The first operation was launched based on reliable intelligence that indicated the presence of a terrorists’ gun truck about five kilometers west of Kukawa. NAF fighter jets quickly responded, executing precise strikes that destroyed the gun truck and significantly weakened the terrorists’ capacity.
In the second mission, the Air Component responded to a distress call from ground troops who were under heavy attack by terrorists on motorcycles. NAF air assets swiftly arrived and engaged the attackers, neutralizing several of them.
“The operation resulted in the recovery of over 20 abandoned motorcycles by ground troops,” Akinboyewa said. “Our forces are now pursuing the wounded and fleeing terrorists to maintain the momentum.”
Reaffirming the NAF’s commitment to national security, Akinboyewa added, “The NAF remains dedicated to supporting the collective effort to restore peace and security across the country. We will continue to provide effective airpower in support of our ground forces and other security agencies.”
These successful missions represent another important advancement in the ongoing fight against terrorism in Nigeria.
