After successfully repelling a Boko Haram/ Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists’ attack on Marte, with the destruction of 7 gun trucks by combined ground and air operations, the Air Task Force of “Operation LAFIYA DOLE” has obliterated additional 6 gun trucks and eliminated scores of terrorists who were attempting to reinforce their colleagues in the attack.
Coordinator, Defence Media Operations, Defence Headquarters, Major General John Enenche said this occurred on the night of 15 January through to the early hours of 16 January 2021.
He added that the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) helicopter gunships engaged the convoy of ISWAP gun trucks as they approached Marte axis for reinforcement.
Enenche said the helicopters delivered accurate hits in their multiple waves of attack, obliterating no fewer than 6 additional gun trucks, which were seen engulfed in flames across the battlespace.
He said several other terrorists were mopped-up in follow-on attacks as the helicopter gunships continued to strafe the fleeing ISWAP elements.
Enenche said the Armed Forces of Nigeria, operating in concert with other security agencies and stakeholders, would sustain the offensive against the enemies of the Nation, adding that they would not relent until normalcy was restored not only in the Northeast but also in every other troubled part of the country.
Stay ahead with the latest updates! Join The ConclaveNG on WhatsApp and Telegram for real-time news alerts, breaking stories, and exclusive content delivered straight to your phone. Don’t miss a headline — subscribe now!
