The Nigerian Air Force carries out an air interdiction operation in Borno State and reports neutralising about 18 terrorists while destroying multiple terrorist structures and logistics hubs. The strikes take place in the Tumbunma Baba area within the Tumbuns general area, according to reporting citing a post by counter-terrorism analyst Zagzola Makama.
Multiple outlets describe the operation as beginning around 6:05 a.m. on September 11, 2026, under Operation Hadin Kai. The accounts say the aircraft conduct surveillance, confirm targeting information, and engage the identified sites using onboard munitions, resulting in the destruction of buildings and supply facilities associated with the group operating from the enclave. One report adds that earlier ISR activity on September 9 maps structures and logistics points, following intelligence suggesting a high-profile terrorist meeting on nearby islands. Both sources frame the action as part of broader efforts to degrade terrorist networks and limit their movement and coordination in the region. The outlets differ mainly in the additional details they include about the intelligence timeline and assessment of mission success.
