By Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Military under HADIN KAI (OPHK), in collaboration with the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), have carried out another successful precision airstrike on a terrorist enclave at Arege in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State, neutralising 21 insurgents.
Sources disclosed that the operation was carried out on May 30 following credible intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance efforts which confirmed the presence of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) within the area.
According to the sources, the coordinated strike targeted a terrorist camp where insurgents were reportedly planning and coordinating hostile activities within the Lake Chad region.
The precision engagement resulted in the elimination of 21 terrorists and caused significant disruption to the operational capabilities of the criminal elements.
The sources further stated that the operation formed part of sustained US- Nigeria coordinated efforts to degrade terrorist networks, destroy their sanctuaries and deny them freedom of action across the North-East theatre.
“The strike was intelligence-driven and carefully executed to achieve maximum operational effect against the terrorists,” the source said.
Military authorities noted that the successful mission illustrates the growing synergy between Nigerian security forces and international partners in combating terrorism and enhancing regional security.
The operation is also expected to further weaken terrorist activities around the Lake Chad Basin, where remnants of insurgent groups continue to attempt regrouping and launching attacks on isolated communities.
