NAF Airstrikes Dismantle Terrorist Hideouts in Borno
On March 17, 2026, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) executed precise airstrikes against terrorist hideouts located in Abirma, Borno State. The operation was part of a coordinated effort to counter insurgent activities in the southern axis of the Lake Chad region.
According to a statement from the NAF's Director of Public Relations, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodam, credible intelligence indicated the presence of terrorists in the area. Surveillance revealed the movement of insurgents around concealed structures hidden within vegetation.
The airstrikes, which utilized precision-guided munitions, led to the destruction of multiple terrorist structures. Preliminary battle damage assessments indicated that the operation significantly weakened the insurgents' capacity to stage ground attacks in the area.
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