The Defence Headquarters, in close coordination with the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), has escalated operations against ISIS militants in North-East Nigeria. Additional air strike operations were successfully executed in the general area of Metele in Borno State.
Multiple Airstrikes Target Terrorist Convergence
In a statement on Monday, the Director Defence Information (DDI), Maj.-Gen. Samaila Uba, confirmed that the multiple air strikes followed observed convergence and migration of terrorist elements. The operations resulted in the elimination of more than 20 ISIS/ISWAP fighters.
Ongoing Operations After Commander's Elimination
Uba stated that the ongoing operations followed the elimination of ISIS commander Abu-Bilal al-Minuki on Saturday. These efforts are part of sustained measures to disrupt terrorist networks, remove them from the battlefield, and deny the terrorists any haven within Nigeria.
The Armed Forces of Nigeria will continue to aggressively defend the sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity of the nation. Terrorists who threaten citizens, communities, and national stability will be located and defeated. There will be no haven for all terrorists anywhere in Nigeria.
