The military reported that at least 30 militants, including the group's senior commanders Ali Dawud, Bakura Fallujah, and Mallam Ari, were killed.

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) successfully eliminated prominent terrorist figures Ali Dawud, Bakurah Fallujah, Mallam Ari, and approximately 30 other militants in Borno State.

According to a statement by Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, the airstrikes, carried out by the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) on April 13, 2024, specifically targeted the hideouts of ISWAP terrorists located within Kolleram village along the shores of Lake Chad.

Gabkwet reported that the Battle Damage Assessment (BDA) conducted after the airstrikes revealed the deaths of over 30 terrorists.

"Among those eliminated were key commanders like Ali Dawud, Bakura Fallujah, and Mallam Ari," he stated.

Additionally, the airstrikes obliterated several terrorist vehicles, motorcycles, and logistical assets, significantly disrupting their operational capabilities.

"After the airstrike, intelligence indicated that a crucial facility within the Kolleram enclave, serving as a hub for the terrorists' food processing activities, including grinding machines, was effectively obliterated," Gabkwet reported.

"By neutralizing key terrorist figures and destroying their logistical infrastructure, the operation has significantly degraded the capabilities of the ISWAP group in the region,” he added.

He stated that the success of the airstrikes demonstrated NAF’s commitment to eradicating terrorism and ensuring the safety and security of Nigerian citizens. He emphasized that airstrikes complement the ongoing efforts of ground forces in the Lake Chad flank and represent a crucial step forward in the fight against terrorism in Nigeria.