Airstrikes by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) fighter jets have destroyed key Boko Haram hideouts meant to be used for coordinated attacks on civilians in Borno State.

The hideouts, located in Tumbumma Baba and Chiralia in the Southern Tumbuns, were destroyed shortly before the Eid-el-Kabir celebration by Muslims.

NAF spokesman, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, announced this in a statement on Saturday.

He said: “NAF aircraft targeted terrorist structures reportedly used for storage and coordination, delivering direct hits and crippling planned attacks aimed at disrupting Eid celebrations.

“Battle Damage Assessments confirmed the neutralisation of several terrorists and the destruction of key logistics structures.”

According to him, the pre-emptive action underscores the NAF commitment to safeguarding civilian lives and supporting national security objectives.