Nigerian Air Force Targets Insurgents in North-East

On April 24, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) executed airstrikes against insurgent camps located in the Southern Tumbun area of North-East Nigeria. The operation was confirmed by NAF spokesperson Ehimen Ejodam, who stated that the airstrikes followed credible intelligence reports of terrorist activities in the region.

The air assets conducted targeted surveillance operations, observing insurgent movements along concealed routes. The spokesperson noted that the structures were hidden beneath dense vegetation, indicating a deliberate effort by the insurgents to evade detection.

The airstrikes were precise, aimed at denying the insurgents a safe haven. Chief of Air Staff Sundai Kelvin Anek reaffirmed the military's commitment to sustain offensives against terrorist groups, emphasizing that NAF operations would intensify in the coming weeks to enhance national security and protect lives and property.

The Tumbun region, located around Lake Chad, has long been identified as a stronghold for insurgent groups due to its challenging terrain and dense vegetation.