Lake Chad: Terrorist stronghold crumbles as NAF airstrikes destroy food depot, killing many

• On November 23, 2024, NAF airstrikes in the Lake Chad Basin destroyed a key terrorist food storage site in Jubillaram, neutralizing several militants
• The basis for the strike was intelligence linking the depot to recent terrorist attacks disrupting their logistical operations
• The NAF reaffirmed its commitment to national security, pledging to continue operations until all threats have been eliminated

Jubillaram, lake Chad – The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) dealt a decisive blow to terrorist elements in the Lake Chad basin on November 23 when its fighter launched a successful operation that destroyed a key terrorist food cache.

Additionally, airstrikes neutralized several militants in Jubillaram, a notorious enclave in the Tumbuns area.

According to a statement by NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Chief Olusola Akinboyewa, the operation was carried out in response to intelligence that identified the area as a critical supply point for terrorists, Vanguard reported.

“This strategic location, identified through diligent intelligence efforts, served as a key food storage site and sanctuary for terrorist commanders and fighters.

“Intelligence has previously linked terrorists at this location to recent attacks, including the attack on soldiers in Kareto on November 16, 2024.” – said Akinboyewa.

The raid, which targeted food storage facilities, paralyzed the terrorists’ logistical capabilities.

“The destruction of the terrorists’ enclave, including food storage facilities, severely disrupted their activities and reduced their ability to carry out future attacks,” Akinboyewa added.

NAF: Successful raid thanks to surveillance and intelligence

The NAF’s success was attributed to extensive intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) missions conducted over several days, which confirmed the presence of active terrorist structures hidden under thick vegetation, Nation reports.

“NAF fighters launched a robust air interdiction mission, destroying identified structures used as storage facilities and neutralizing terrorists on the ground,” Akinboyewa said.

NAF speaks on its continued commitment to national security

Akinboyewa reiterated NAF’s commitment to defending Nigeria’s sovereignty.

“This mission demonstrates the NAF’s unwavering commitment to the defense of our people and nation, operating both independently and in support of surface forces in counterterrorism operations,” he said.

He stressed that the NAF would continue its operations until all threats to Nigeria’s prosperity and security were eliminated.

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Source: Legit.ng