NAF Launches Airstrikes on Terrorist Hideouts in Borno

On April 11, 2026, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) executed follow-up airstrikes on suspected terrorist hideouts in Jilli Village, Borno State, as part of ongoing counter-terrorism operations in the northeast. The airstrikes were coordinated with the Nigerian Army and aimed to destroy terrorist positions following credible intelligence.

Reports indicate that no fewer than 30 people were feared killed during the strikes, which targeted a weekly market in Jilli Village, located along the border of Borno and Yobe States. The operation was part of a broader effort to track and neutralize terrorist elements responsible for recent attacks on security forces.

Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodam, the NAF spokesman, emphasized the commitment of the air force to protect innocent lives and stabilize vulnerable areas. The airstrikes were described as precise and part of a sustained effort to restrict terrorist movement and prevent further attacks on civilian communities.