NAF destroys IED factory, terrorists gun trucks in Tumbuktu Triangle 

June 19, 2025

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), operating under Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has destroyed an IED factory, terrorist gun trucks and eliminated dozens of fighters in Kwaltiri, within the Tumbuktu Triangle, Borno State.

In a statement by Ehimen Ejodame,
Director Public Relations and Information Headquarters Nigerian Air Force, the 18 June airstrike followed intelligence reports of terrorist activity in the area.

Surveillance confirmed the presence of an IED-making site and vehicles, which were struck in precision passes by NAF aircraft.

The operation is a major blow to terrorists’ fighting capabilities, as the successful strikes not only disrupted their command and control as well as logistics chains but also sent shockwaves through their ranks, significantly degrading their morale and operational momentum.

It reinforces NAF’s resolve to degrade terrorist capabilities and enhance security in the North East.