Nigerian Air Force neutralises terrorist figures in precision air strike

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), operating under Operation HADIN KAI, carried out a precision strike on a terrorist hideout in the Lake Chad region on October 19, 2026. Its spokesperson said several Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters were killed, including Jindullah, described as chief security guard and confidant of Abu Saleem, and Abul Kissa, a member of the group’s Shura Council. The strike also destroyed boat engines and motorcycles believed to support ISWAP’s movement and operations. Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke said the NAF would continue operations against terrorist networks.