The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), on Wednesday, 17 September 2025, teamed up with the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI (AC OPHK) to neutralise scores of terrorists and destroy their enclaves in Borno State.

In a statement released by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Headquarters, Nigerian Air Force, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the air operations were conducted at approximately 10:50 am, following intelligence and surveillance that confirmed unusual movements in the Bula Madibale area of Gezuwa.

Reports have it that about 45 terrorists, who arrived on motorcycles and bicycles from different directions to join the assembly, met their Waterloo in the airstrike. Two terrorist flags were seen hoisted at the location, underscoring its use as a stronghold and rallying point. Acting on this credible intelligence, the AC OPHK launched a coordinated air interdiction.

The strikes dealt a devastating blow to the insurgents, eliminating several terrorists at the gathering point, while the flagged structure and other hostile assets at the gathering point were destroyed.

This operation underscores the NAF’s continued resolve to deny terrorists the freedom to regroup, reinforce, or mount further attacks on innocent communities. It also reassures Nigerians that the Armed Forces remain fully committed to restoring peace and stability, particularly in the North East.