Jets from the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) have bombed and killed no fewer than 28 terrorists at Bassa, Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger.
The Deputy Director, Public Relations and Information, NAF, Capt. Kabiru Ali, revealed this on Thursday in Abuja, saying
Ali said the operation, undertaken by the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai, was targeted at the criminal elements terrorising communities in the Area.
He said the mission was conducted on Sept. 11, upon receipt of a request for air support from friendly forces in the area.
According to him, the NAF conducted precision airstrikes on the terrorists’ positions.
“The strikes were devastating, neutralizing dozens of terrorists in successive passes.
“As of the time of reporting, 28 bodies had been recovered from the target area, with several more terrorists, weapons, and burnt motorcycles still being cleared,” he said.
Ali said the successful operation underscored the NAF’s commitment to protecting the nation and supporting sister services and other security agencies in combating banditry, terrorism, insurgency and all other forms of criminality.
“Nigerians can be assured that NAF will continue to conduct air operations, both independently and in collaboration with surface forces.
“This is to eliminate all threats to the peace, prosperity and security of our great nation,” he said.
