By Our Correspondent
National News – The Nigerian Air Force has intensified its counter-terrorism operations in Nigeria’s North-East, carrying out coordinated airstrikes that reportedly killed several terrorists in Adamawa and Borno states.
The attacks, conducted on May 19, 2026, targeted terrorist hideouts in Bukar Meram within the Southern Tumbuns and Chikide in the Mandara Mountains under Operation HADIN KAI.
According to the Nigerian Air Force, the strikes were launched after credible intelligence reports and surveillance missions confirmed the presence of terrorist logistics bases, operational camps, and gathering points hidden in the remote enclaves.
The operation was aimed at weakening insurgent activities and preventing planned attacks in the region.
Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information for the Nigerian Air Force, disclosed that several insurgents were neutralised during the offensive.
He added that the strikes successfully destroyed structures and supply facilities used by the terrorists to coordinate operations.
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, reaffirmed the military’s commitment to sustaining joint security operations against terrorism across the country.
He explained that intelligence-driven missions would continue in collaboration with other security agencies and allied partners to eliminate terrorist networks threatening national security.
Aneke stated that the Nigerian Air Force remains focused on identifying and destroying terrorist hideouts, logistics routes, and operational bases wherever they are located.
He noted that the latest operation demonstrates the military’s determination to restore peace and improve security in communities affected by insurgency.
The North-East has remained one of the regions most impacted by terrorist attacks over the years, prompting intensified military campaigns by the Federal Government.
Security analysts believe continued air offensives and intelligence-sharing could further weaken insurgent activities in the affected areas.
