NAF Enhances Air Operations Against North-West Extremists

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has pledged to prevent terrorists, bandits, and other hostile elements from threatening vulnerable communities in North-West Nigeria. This commitment comes as the NAF intensifies joint operations in the region, particularly by strengthening its air presence in Sokoto State.

The announcement follows successful operations under the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai, where precision-guided munitions targeted terrorist enclaves in Borno State, resulting in the deaths of over 26 terrorist fighters. Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, the Chief of the Air Staff, stated that the NAF will optimize air power to support ongoing operations, emphasizing the need for timely intelligence and integration with ground forces.

The initiative aligns with the CAS’s Command Philosophy aimed at maintaining a highly motivated and mission-ready force. The NAF aims to sustain pressure on criminal elements, enhance aerial surveillance, and ensure rapid response to emerging threats, thereby improving operational effectiveness against asymmetric threats.