The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed the destruction of terrorists’ hideouts in Southern Tumbuns, Borno State, following a precision airstrike operation.
The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Saturday by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Ehimen Ejodame, who said the mission was carried out by the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI.
According to the statement, the strike took place on 24 April, 2026 at about 6:50 p.m. over Ali Sheriffti, identified as a known terrorist enclave within the Southern Tumbuns region.
“Acting on credible intelligence of terrorist activity, NAF air assets conducted a focused surveillance sweep, during which several insurgents were sighted moving along concealed tracks.
“The targets were trailed to structures hidden under dense foliage, confirming deliberate attempts at concealment. Following positive identification, the NAF executed a precise strike, engaging the structures with onboard munitions.
“The operation achieved the desired effect, with terrorist structures destroyed, further degrading their capability and freedom of movement in the area”, the statement read in part.
The Air Force said the operation highlights its continued reliance on intelligence-driven and precision-focused tactics to neutralise threats and deny insurgents safe havens.
The Chief of the Air Staff, Sunday Aneke, reaffirmed the military’s commitment to ongoing operations against terrorist groups.
“The Nigerian Air Force will continue to pursue and dismantle terrorist networks with unwavering precision and relentless force, ensuring no enclave remains beyond our reach.”
He added that air operations would be sustained and intensified to enhance national security and protect civilians across affected regions.
