By Uzair Adam
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has said that its fighter jets carried out a series of precision airstrikes on June 5 and 6, 2025, as part of Operation Hadin Kai, neutralising Boko Haram strongholds in Tumbumma Baba and Chiralia, Southern Tumbuns area of Borno State.
Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information, disclosed that the strikes were based on credible intelligence that the terrorists were using the structures for storage and coordination of planned attacks.
He said the airstrikes successfully destroyed the hideouts, preventing the terrorists from launching assaults aimed at disrupting Eid celebrations.
“Battle Damage Assessments confirmed the neutralisation of several terrorists and the destruction of key logistics structures,” Ejodame stated.
He added that this pre-emptive strike demonstrated the Air Force’s unwavering commitment to protecting civilian lives and bolstering national security.