TOUCHAHEART – In a precision airstrike, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has dealt a crushing blow to terrorists in Katsina, killing over 80 militants and destroying 45 motorcycles.
The operation, conducted on June 15, targeted a terrorist hideout in Faskare Local Government Area.
Intelligence-Led Operation
The airstrike was launched after intelligence reports indicated that over 100 terrorists were burning houses in a settlement approximately five kilometers from Gidan Kare Village.
The NAF’s Director of Public Relations and Information, AVM Edward Gabkwet, confirmed that the strikes were carried out at exactly 9:40 pm, with the terrorists caught off guard.
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Terrorist Hideout Demolished
The airstrikes demolished the terrorist hideout, killing over 80 militants and destroying their motorcycles.
The location was identified as a convergence point for terrorists planning further attacks on nearby villages.
The NAF’s operation has significantly disrupted terrorist activities in the area, with further intelligence revealing that the terrorists were linked to notorious kingpin Yusuf Yellow and his associate Rabe Imani.
What You Should Know
The Nigerian Air Force’s decisive strike in Katsina has sent a strong message to terrorists operating in the region. The operation demonstrates the NAF’s commitment to eradicating terrorism and ensuring the safety of Nigerian citizens.
