NAF Conducts Successful Airstrikes in Mandara Mountains

On April 27, 2026, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) executed airstrikes against terrorist hideouts located in the Mandara Mountains, which lie along Nigeria's northeastern border. This operation is part of ongoing counter-terrorism efforts, referred to as "Operation Hadin Kai." According to a statement from Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodam, the operation was based on credible intelligence and surveillance reports that identified multiple terrorist structures and logistical hubs in the area.

The air assets deployed successfully targeted and destroyed critical facilities used by insurgents, significantly weakening their operational capacity. The NAF emphasized that the mission adhered strictly to the rules of engagement, with efforts made to protect the civilian environment and minimize collateral damage.

The Mandara Mountains span parts of Adamawa and Borno states and extend into Cameroon, identified as a stronghold for insurgent groups. This latest operation underscores the NAF's commitment to denying terrorists freedom of movement and strengthening ongoing security efforts across the region.