As part of Operation FANSAN YAMMA Sector 1, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) carried out precise airstrikes in Niger State, eliminating numerous terrorists and providing critical support to ground troops targeting perpetrators of recent attacks.
The operations, conducted from June 24 to 26, 2025, were based on credible intelligence, according to a statement released on Friday in Abuja by NAF’s Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame.
Ejodame noted that, through inter-service and inter-agency collaboration, the NAF had identified terrorist activities, including attacks and cattle rustling, in the Kakihun and Kumbashi communities.
“Swiftly deploying air assets, the Air Component executed multiple waves of precision strikes that neutralised scores of terrorists, destroyed their logistics, and disrupted regrouping efforts.
“The operation demonstrated NAF’s professionalism, rapid response capability, and strong coordination with ground forces and other agencies.
“The Nigerian Air Force remains resolutely committed to protecting the lives and property of all Nigerians and ensuring lasting peace across the country,” he said.The Air Component executed multiple waves of precision strikes that neutralized scores of terrorists, destroyed their logistics, and disrupted regrouping efforts.