The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) conducted multiple air strikes to thwart an attempt by militants to attack ground troops. This battle against jihadist groups has persisted for over a decade, contributing to considerable loss of life and displacement. Reports suggest that more than 35,000 individuals have died, and around two million have been displaced due to continuous conflicts involving groups like Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (Iswap).

Recently, a coalition of prominent Nigerians expressed concerns about escalating violence, comparing the situation to "war-time levels of slaughter" even as Nigeria is officially at peace. These leaders have called for a dedicated task force with significant authority to address the turmoil.

The military has also engaged in operations against "bandits," a term used for criminal gangs in Nigeria. A recent effort in Katsina state successfully rescued 76 kidnapping victims amid ongoing violence attributed to these groups, which have inflicted extensive suffering on local populations. With the resurgence of jihadist activity and the use of modified drones to target military bases, the NAF has committed to sustaining air support for ground operations aimed at dismantling these threats.

The United States recently approved a significant arms sale to Nigeria in hopes of enhancing its capability to manage the ongoing security crisis.