NAF Airstrike Eliminates Terrorists in Sambisa Forest

On April 19, 2026, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) conducted a precise airstrike in the Sambisa Forest, Borno State, resulting in the elimination of several terrorists. This operation was part of the ongoing efforts to sustain pressure on insurgent elements in the northeast of Nigeria.

According to the Director of Public Relations and Information, Ehimen Ejodam, the airstrike followed credible intelligence and was supported by intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance that confirmed the presence of terrorists operating within fortified structures in the area. The NAF spokesperson noted that air operations would continue to weaken terrorist groups in the region, reaffirming the military's commitment to neutralizing insurgents fully.

Chief of Air Staff Sundai Kelvin Anek emphasized that the NAF would intensify precise strikes across the operational theater while adhering to established rules of engagement.