NAF Air Strikes Destroy Terrorists’ Gun Trucks In Sambisa

NAF Air Strikes Destroy Terrorists’ Gun Trucks In Sambisa
Operation neutralised several insurgents and disrupted terrorist mobility in the area.
NAF leadership reaffirmed commitment to sustained aerial operations against insurgents.

The Nigerian Air Force has carried out precision air strikes in the Sambisa general area, destroying four gun trucks and several logistics assets belonging to terrorists.

The operation, conducted on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, also led to the neutralisation of several insurgents.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that this was disclosed on Thursday in a statement by the Director of Public Relations and Information for the Nigerian Air Force, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame.

Ejodame said the successful operation was executed following credible intelligence and sustained surveillance of terrorist activities in the area.

According to him, the strikes significantly weakened the operational capacity and mobility of the insurgents.

He said, “The strikes disrupted the adversary’s operational mobility and reinforced the effectiveness of intelligence-driven airpower in support of ongoing security efforts.”

The air strikes were carried out as part of ongoing military operations under Operation Hadin Kai, which is aimed at combating insurgency and restoring stability across Nigeria’s North-East region.

The development follows a recent reaffirmation by the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, of the Air Force’s determination to maintain decisive air superiority in the theatre of operations.

Aneke said sustained air dominance remains crucial in consolidating the gains already made by security forces in the fight against terrorism.

Meanwhile, the Chief of Operations at the NAF Headquarters, Air Vice Marshal Precious Amadi, paid an operational visit to the NAF Base in Maiduguri, Borno State, to assess the readiness of personnel and equipment.

During the visit, he reviewed the operational environment and received detailed briefings from the Air Component and the 105 Composite Group.

According to the Air Force, the briefings highlighted the preparedness and resilience of the base to sustain high tempo joint operations alongside other security agencies.

As part of the visit, engagements were also held with the Theatre Command Headquarters of Operation Hadin Kai to strengthen collaboration between air and ground forces.

The Air Officer Commanding Tactical Air Command, Air Vice Marshal MC Ekwueme, also visited the base during the period, a move the Air Force said boosted the morale of personnel deployed in the theatre.

Speaking on the development, the Chief of the Air Staff reiterated the Air Force’s commitment to sustaining aerial operations against insurgent groups.

NAF Air Strikes Destroy Terrorists’ Gun Trucks In Sambisa Operation neutralised several insurgents and disrupted terrorist mobility in the area. — NAF Air Strikes Destroy Terrorists’ Gun Trucks In Sambisa
Operation neutralised several insurgents and disrupted terrorist mobility in the area.

According to him, coordinated air and ground operations remain essential in shaping the battlespace and restricting the movement of hostile elements.

“The NAF remains focused on maintaining persistent air presence, delivering precision effects, and supporting joint forces to consolidate hard-won gains toward lasting peace and stability,” Aneke said.