The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) conducted a successful airstrike on March 16, 2025, targeting terrorists’ hideouts in Chikide and Degbewa, located within the Mandara Mountains. The operation, which was based on credible Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) data, aimed to disrupt the activities of the notorious terrorist leader, Ali Ngulde, and his fighters. The airstrike destroyed a key command and logistics hub in Degbewa, including fortified structures and solar-powered installations, resulting in large fires and the elimination of numerous terrorists.
This operation, which took place under the cover of darkness, significantly weakened the terrorists’ ability to operate and created favorable conditions for ground troops. It highlights the NAF’s growing capabilities in executing both day and night air operations, demonstrating that insurgents can no longer operate undetected. The NAF remains committed to using its air power to neutralize terrorist networks and restore peace to the region.