
The Director of Public Relations and Information (DOPRI), Headquarters, Nigerian Air Force, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame has reiterated that NAF has sustained its momentum in the fight against terrorism with a successful air interdiction mission targeting a major terrorist enclave, used as a training ground, in Bukar Meram, on the Southern flank of the Lake Chad region, Borno State.
Operating under Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), he explained in a statement in Abuja that the airstrike was conducted on Monday, 9th June, 2025, after obtaining credible intelligence, which resulted in the neutralization of several terrorists.
In addition, it was learnt that there was the destruction of key logistics infrastructure, including supply vehicles, weapons storage sites, and makeshift shelters.

Air Cdre Ejodame further explained that Battle Damage Assessment confirmed that the strike effectively disrupted imminent threats posed to the communities of Marte and Monguno, reinforcing NAF’s proactive posture in safeguarding civilian populations and critical territories.
He stated that the Nigerian Air Force would remain resolute in its mandate to protect the sovereignty of the nation and ensure lasting peace and security across the Northeast and beyond.