Spokesperson of the Nigerian Air Force, AVM Edward Gabkwet, said in Abuja on Sunday that Janari and his cohorts had been responsible for attacks and abductions within Kaduna State and along the Abuja-Kaduna Highway.
He said that the airstrikes were approved and carried out immediately Janari and his group were spotted in the Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, close to Gadar Katako.
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According to Gabkwet explained that the site needed to be attacked right away because reconnaissance missions indicated that the gang was assembling in anticipation of an impending attack or abduction of defenseless individuals.
“Intelligence report received after the strike revealed that Janari was indeed eliminated alongside several other terrorists and kidnappers,” Gabkwet said.
“Similar air strikes were also carried out on Saturday on confirmed terrorists and kidnappers’ hideouts near Chukuba in Niger with various degrees of success.
“Feedback after the strikes was also positive as it confirmed that the targets were neutralised and their mobility destroyed.
“Collaborative efforts by the NAF and other security agencies will continue across all locations suspected to be harbouring terrorists and kidnappers.”
