The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), working below the Joint Task Force, Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has recorded a big operational success in opposition to terrorists in the Lake Chad area following a precision air strike on an recognized terrorist hideout on October 19, 2026.
This was contained in an announcement by Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information, Headquarters, Nigerian Air Force.
According to the assertion, the operation underscores the NAF’s sustained dedication to degrading terrorist networks, disrupting their logistics and enhancing safety throughout Nigeria’s North-East.
“Preliminary post-strike assessments point out that a number of distinguished Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters had been neutralised, together with people recognized as key figures inside the group’s safety construction and management council, like Jindullah, reportedly the Chief Security Guard and confidant of Abu Saleem in addition to Abul Kissa, a member of ISWAP Shura Council,” the assertion mentioned.
It mentioned the strike additionally destroyed logistical property, together with boat engines and bikes, believed to help the group’s motion and operational actions.
It mentioned the operation demonstrates the NAF’s intense effort to conduct intelligence-led precision strikes in opposition to terrorist enclaves hid inside troublesome terrain, by neutralising key operatives and destroying essential logistical assets.
According to the assertion, the strike delivers a big setback to ISWAP’s operational functionality, additional constraining its capacity to coordinate actions and threaten susceptible communities.
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, reaffirmed the NAF’s resolve to maintain decisive air operations in opposition to terrorist networks in help of ongoing efforts to revive peace and stability throughout the nation.
“The Nigerian Air Force remained dedicated to working carefully with sister Services and different safety companies to consolidate operational features, shield susceptible communities and advance efforts in direction of lasting peace and safety in the North-East,” it additional mentioned.
