The Nigerian Air Force has successfully eliminated scores of terrorists in Niger State during a focused three‑day aerial operation under Operation FANSAN YAMMA Sector 1, which ran from June 24 to 26, 2025. Acting on credible intelligence, the force coordinated with other military services and agencies to identify and target insurgent hotspots linked to recent attacks and cattle rustling in the Kakihun and Kumbashi areas .
During the final day of the operation, June 26, precision strikes were launched against terrorist hideouts, destroying supply lines and disrupting regrouping efforts. Several waves of missile and bomb attacks saw fighter jets neutralise militants and cripple their logistical networks, delivering a heavy blow to their capacity to threaten local communities .
Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the NAF’s Director of Public Relations and Information, described the operation as a testament to the Air Force’s swift response, professionalism, and strong collaboration with ground forces and allied agencies . He reaffirmed the force’s dedication to safeguarding Nigerian lives and property while working to ensure lasting peace in volatile regions .
Security observers have praised the mission’s precision and speed, noting its significant role in preventing further terrorist aggression and contributing to regional stability. This action marks another key milestone in the federal government’s broader strategy to dismantle insurgent networks and bring security to conflict-prone areas.
