The Nigerian Air Drive (NAF) has efficiently neutralised scores of terrorists and dismantled their logistics hub in Alawa Forest, Shiroro Native Authorities Space of Niger State, throughout a three-day operation.
The operation, codenamed “KONAN DAJI,” was carried out following credible intelligence and aerial surveillance, which revealed a big presence of closely armed terrorists within the space.
The terrorists had been suspected to be liable for the lethal IED assaults in Bassa, Shiroro LGA, on December 19, 2024, that resulted in quite a few casualties and widespread panic.
NAF fighter jets carried out precision airstrikes on recognized terrorist hideouts, leading to a number of secondary explosions, indicating the destruction of weapons and ammunition.
The operation, a part of the continued counter-terrorism efforts underneath Operation FANSAN YAMMA, has considerably weakened the operational capabilities of the bandits and rendered the Alawa Forest uninhabitable for his or her actions.
The NAF, in collaboration with floor forces, is dedicated to clearing the Alawa Forest and its surrounding areas of felony components to revive lasting peace and stability to the area.
Air Vice Marshal Olusola Akinboyewa, the Director of Public Relations and Info on the NAF Headquarters, emphasised the army’s unwavering dedication to safeguarding lives and sustaining nationwide safety.
He acknowledged that operations like KONAN DAJI exhibit the NAF’s resolve to guard Nigerians from terrorism and different safety threats.
