Nigerian Airforce bombardment kills terrorists leader loyal to Dogo Gide, destroy arms arsenal in Niger state
Scores terrorists in operating in Niger State have been killed by the Nigerian Air Force personnel attached to the Operation Fasan Yamma. The operation that led to the death of the terrorists targeted strategic arms arsenal and the residence of a notorious kingpin, Mallam Saleh, who collaborate with Dogo Gide a deadly terrorists leader.
The NAF’s Director of Public Relations and Information, Olusola Akinboyewa, disclosed that Saleh’s era of terror had devastated vulnerable communities in Shiroro, with attacks, abductions and extortion leaving fear in the communities.
According to him : “Airstrikes conducted by the Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma on 16 November 2024 have successfully neutralized numerous terrorists and obliterated a critical arms depot and residence of the notorious kingpin, Mallam Saleh, a loyalist of Dogo Gide, in Palele, Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State.
“Saleh’s reign of terror had plagued vulnerable communities in Shiroro, with attacks, abductions, and extortion leaving a trail of fear.
However, the Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA had been tracking his movements, gathering crucial intel to dismantle his operations.
“As NAF aircraft swooped in, terrorists on motorcycles were spotted in the target area. With swift and precise action, the NAF assets unleashed devastating strikes, obliterating the weapons cache and dealing a crushing blow to the terrorists.” A secondary explosion confirmed the destruction of the munitions, crippling Saleh’s capabilities.”
FCNN gathered that the operation is part of the NAF’s logistics strangulation strategy plotted to neutralize the strongholds of the terrorists and restore peace to the region.
He added, “Collaborating with surface forces, the NAF will maintain dominance through constant patrols, situational awareness, and targeted interdictions. The impact of this mission will be significant, degrading the terrorists’ operational capabilities and protecting innocent lives.”
