Nigeria, May 6 -- The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reported successful airstrikes conducted by the Air Components of Operations Hadin Kai and Whirl Punch in the North East and North Central regions, targeting terrorist groups in Borno and Niger.

According to a statement released by the Director of Public Relations and Information, AVM Edward Gabkwet, on Sunday May 5, 2024 in Abuja.

He said the air operations have been effective in neutralizing terrorists and dismantling their infrastructure, equipment, and movements, thereby reducing their capacity to launch attacks on ground troops and civilians.

In the North East, airstrikes were authorized and executed on May 3 over Chinene, located within the Mandara mountain range.

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