Speaking at the 2025 African Air Chiefs Symposium in Lusaka, Zambia, General James B. Hecker, Commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA), announced an increase in airstrikes against Boko Haram and other terrorist groups, marking a significant step in the fight against terrorism on the African continent. Hecker also reaffirmed the U.S. Air Force’s commitment to helping African countries fight extremism.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
General Hecker said at a virtual press briefing, “We will keep targeting terrorist groups like ISIS and Boko Haram to weaken their ability to cause destruction.” The U.S. military’s strategic focus on strengthening regional security through cooperation with African air forces is highlighted by this declaration. The African Air Chiefs Symposium provides an opportunity to fortify alliances and create group plans to tackle the changing terrorist threat.
The U.S. has a history of aiding African governments in counterterrorism activities. Notably, in 2017, the U.S. facilitated the sale of 12 A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to Nigeria, a deal valued at $497 million, aimed at enhancing Nigeria’s capabilities to confront Boko Haram and ISIS West Africa. The statements made by General Hecker reinforce the commitment of the U.S. Air Force to disrupting terrorist networks and improving security throughout Africa.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
