Military Air Strikes Destroy Terrorist Logistics Hubs, Kill 18 in Borno
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Nigerian military said an air interdiction operation conducted by the Air Component of Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), in close coordination with
In Borno State, Nigeria, the Nigerian military conducted an air interdiction operation as part of Operation Hadin Kai, targeting a terrorist enclave at Tumbunma Baba. Led by Captain Mohammed Goni, the operation, based on intelligence gathered over weeks, targeted high-profile terror elements and key logistics hubs. Confirmatory surveillance revealed several structures and hubs, confirming the area's use as a gathering point and support base.
The operation, carried out in the pre-dawn hours of Friday, 11 September 2026, involved precision air strikes followed by ground troops securing escape routes. Over 18 terrorists were killed, dealing a significant blow to terrorist activities. The post-strike assessment reported an 85% success rate, highlighting the effectiveness of intelligence-led operations and coordinated air and ground efforts.
OPHK pledged continued intelligence-driven operations to prevent terrorist regrouping and logistics establishment.
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