By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun
The Air Component of Operation FASAN YANMA has conducted a successful airstrike at Yauni Hill, Zakka Ward of Safana Local Government Area, Katsina State neutralizing several bandits and helped to repel the onslaught against Police Mobile Force and Katsina State Community Watch Corps personnel.
According to a statement by Air Vice Marshal Olusola Akinboyewa, Director of Public Relations and Information, indicates that the operation was launched in response to intelligence indicating a terrorist attack on a Police Mobile Force location in the community, where bandits had already killed 2 of the personnel and 4 vigilantes.
In a swift and decisive response, NAF air assets were deployed for an air interdiction mission and Upon arrival, the targets were identified and engaged.
Nevertheless, Reports alleging that civilian casualties following the airstrikes are deeply troubling.
In response to those allegations Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, Chief of the Air Staff has promptly ordered a thorough investigation to verify the claims and ensure appropriate action is taken based on the findings.
As a professional force dedicated to the protection of Nigeria and its people, the NAF operates under strict rules of engagement and adheres to internationally accepted standards in all its operations.
