Nigeria’s military has intensified its campaign against terrorism in the northeastern state of Borno, eliminating 592 militants linked to Boko Haram and Daesh over the past eight months. The Nigerian Air Force has ramped up precision air strikes across the region, destroying more than 200 technical vehicles and 166 logistics hubs in a sweeping offensive designed to dismantle insurgent infrastructure and disrupt supply chains.
Chief of Air Staff Hasan Abubakar revealed the progress during a meeting with Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, noting that this year’s operations have surpassed last year’s results. He emphasized the increased speed and accuracy of the air campaign, describing it as “quicker, more precise, and more surgical,” with a focus on neutralizing high-value targets and dismantling terrorist cells.
The offensive, part of Operation Hadin Kai, has involved 798 combat sorties and over 1,500 flight hours, with coordinated day-and-night strikes across key locations including Gonori, Rann, Dikwa, Damboa, Azir, and Mallam Fatori.
The northeast has long suffered under the violence of Boko Haram and Daesh-affiliated groups, whose attacks have led to mass displacement and the loss of thousands of lives. The recent surge in military activity aims to restore stability and reclaim territory from insurgents.
In a related development, the military conducted a successful joint air-and-ground operation in Zamfara State, northwest Nigeria, where over 400 armed kidnappers were intercepted and neutralized before launching an attack on a village.
As Nigeria’s armed forces continue to expand their counter-terrorism efforts across multiple regions, officials remain cautiously optimistic. While the latest figures reflect a more aggressive and effective strategy, they acknowledge that the path to lasting peace in the northeast remains complex and ongoing.
