NAF airstrike kills nine ISWAP fighters, commander in Borno
A Nigerian Air Force airstrike in Borno’s Sambisa Forest killed nine ISWAP fighters, including a key commander, disrupting terrorist operations. Read More: https://punchng.com/naf-airstrike-kills-nine-iswap-fighters-commander-in-borno-2/
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) carried out an airstrike on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in the Sambisa Forest region of Borno State, resulting in the deaths of nine Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters. Among those killed was Abu Khalid Al Muhajir, a high-ranking ISWAP commander who facilitated the movement and protection of senior group members.
The strike was initiated following credible intelligence regarding the group's activities and movements within the forest. A Remotely Piloted Aircraft was deployed for persistent Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance operations, leading to the identification and tracking of the terrorist group. The precision strike on the compound significantly impacted the ISWAP's operations, neutralizing several fighters and disrupting their leadership protection arrangements and coordination of activities.
Written by urgent.news from Punch's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — it may contain errors, so check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
