{
  "id": 12718281,
  "title": "NAF conducts air operation against suspected kidnappers in Benue",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/naf-conducts-air-operation-against-suspected-kidnappers-in-benue",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-07T21:25:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/07/naf-conducts-air-operation-against-suspected-kidnappers-in-benue/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) carried out air operations in Benue State, aiding ground forces in their pursuit of suspected kidnappers. This mission took place in the Ogbadigbo region, close to the Enugu-Benue border, according to the NAF on Wednesday night. Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the Director of Public Relations and Information, informed that the airstrike disrupted criminal activities and bolstered surface forces' advance. Ejodame confirmed the aircraft completed its objective before making a defensive landing, 10 nautical miles away from its base, as part of standard safety practices following combat. \"The helicopter has returned to base,\" Ejodame affirmed. The NAF pledged to continue offering air support to ground forces and intensifying pressure on criminal elements to safeguard communities and enhance security.",
  "summary": "The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has sustained air operations against criminal elements in Benue State, providing close air support to ground forces during a mission targeting suspected kidnappers. The operation was conducted in the Ogbadigbo area of the state, near the Enugu-Benue boundary, the NAF said on Wednesday night. The Director of Public Relations and […] NAF conducts air operation against…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}