The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has said its Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI carried out a precision airstrike that eliminated several terrorists in the Yuwe axis of the Sambisa Forest, Borno State.
PrimeTimes Nigeria reports that the operation, conducted on April 19, 2026, is part of ongoing efforts to sustain pressure on insurgent elements in the North-East.
According to the Director of Public Relations and Information, Ehimen Ejodame, the strike followed credible intelligence supported by Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance.
He said the intelligence confirmed the presence of terrorists operating within fortified structures and bunkers in the area.
Ejodame stated that NAF air assets deployed precision munitions against the targets.
“NAF air assets engaged the targets with precision munitions, destroying the structures, neutralising multiple terrorists, and eliminating key logistics facilities as confirmed by subsequent Battle Damage Assessment,” he said.
The NAF spokesperson noted that sustained air operations have continued to weaken terrorist groups in the region.
He said, “The sustained tempo of air operations continues to degrade terrorist networks, leaving the terrorists increasingly exposed and disrupted, with mounting pressure forcing them into desperate and reactive actions.”
Reaffirming the military’s commitment, the Chief of the Air Staff, Sunday Kelvin Aneke, said operations would continue until insurgents are fully neutralised.
He said, “The Nigerian Air Force will sustain relentless, intelligence-driven air operations until terrorist elements are completely neutralised. We remain committed to the protection of our personnel, the security of our nation, and the safety of all citizens.”
The Air Force added that it would intensify precision strikes across operational theatres while adhering to established rules of engagement.
“The NAF will continue to intensify precision engagements across the theatre, maintaining decisive operational pressure while adhering strictly to rules of engagement and minimising civilian harm,” the statement added.