In a devastating blow on bandits, the Nigerian Air Force on Wednesday eliminated 28 bandits and scores of others injured in major airstrike in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State.
This was made possible after a distress call by friendly forces, according to Deputy Director of Public Relations and Information, Group Captain Kabiru Ali, saying the mission was targeted at terrorists in Bassa, upon receipt of a request for air support from friendly forces in the area.
The successful operation, conducted on September 11, 2024, according to him, was part of Operation WHIRL PUNCH, targeted at neutralizing criminal elements terrorizing communities in the area.
“NAF aircraft were deployed to Bassa after receiving a distress call from friendly forces, who were engaged in a fierce battle with over 100 terrorists.
He explained that upon arrival, Nigerian Air Force (NAF) air assets observed over 100 terrorists engaging friendly forces in a fierce firefight. After confirming the positions of friendly troops,
“With the positions of friendly troops confirmed, the NAF launched a decisive air strike, resulting in the elimination of 28 terrorists and the destruction of weapons and motorcycles.
The operation is ongoing, with more terrorists and weapons being cleared from the area.
