The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has conducted precision airstrikes in the Sambisa area, destroying four gun trucks and multiple logistics assets belonging to terrorist groups.
The service disclosed on Thursday that the operation, conducted on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, also led to the neutralisation of scores of insurgents.
The Director of Public Relations and Information for the NAF, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, said the successful operation was executed based on credible intelligence and sustained surveillance of terrorist activities in the area.
According to him, the strikes significantly weakened the operational capacity of the insurgents.
“The strikes disrupted the adversary’s operational mobility and reinforced the effectiveness of intelligence-driven airpower in support of ongoing security efforts,” Ejodame said.
The air strikes form part of ongoing military operations under Operation Hadin Kai, aimed at combating insurgency and restoring stability across Nigeria’s North-East region.
The operation also follows a recent reaffirmation by the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, of the Air Force’s determination to maintain decisive air superiority in the theatre of operations.
According to Aneke, sustained air dominance remains crucial to consolidating gains made by security forces in the fight against terrorism.
Meanwhile, the Chief of Operations at the NAF Headquarters, Air Vice Marshal Precious Amadi, conducted an operational visit to the NAF Base in Maiduguri, Borno State, to assess the readiness of personnel and equipment.
During the visit, he reviewed the operational environment and received detailed briefings from the Air Component and the 105 Composite Group.
The briefings, according to the Air Force, highlighted the base’s preparedness and resilience to sustain high-tempo joint operations alongside other security agencies.
As part of the visit, engagements were also held with the Theatre Command Headquarters of Operation Hadin Kai to strengthen collaboration between air and ground forces.
The Air Officer Commanding Tactical Air Command, Air Vice Marshal MC Ekwueme, also visited the base during the period, a move the Air Force said helped boost the morale of personnel deployed in the theatre.
Speaking on the development, the Chief of the Air Staff reiterated the Air Force’s commitment to maintaining sustained aerial operations against insurgent groups.
According to him, coordinated air and ground operations remain vital in shaping the battlespace and restricting the movement of hostile elements.
“The NAF remains focused on maintaining persistent air presence, delivering precision effects, and supporting joint forces to consolidate hard-won gains toward lasting peace and stability,” Aneke said.
