Nigerian Army Eliminates 11 Terrorists, Arrests 64 Suspects in Nationwide Crackdown

The Nigerian Army has reported significant successes in its ongoing operations across the country, neutralizing 11 terrorists, apprehending 64 suspects, rescuing multiple kidnap victims, and recovering weapons, ammunition, and stolen livestock between Thursday and Friday. 

According to a reliable source at Army Headquarters in Abuja, speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), troops effectively disrupted attacks by ISWAP/JAS in the North East Theatre. 

Specifically, the 222 Battalion thwarted threats near Alau Dam, seizing various weapons and ammunition. 

Meanwhile, troops from the 145 Battalion conducted a successful ambush in Kareto, Mobbar Local Government Area, eliminating eight terrorists and recovering eight AK-47 rifles along with additional ammunition.

According to him, troops of 192 Battalion intercepted terrorists’ logistics in Gwoza Local Government Area, while 144 Battalion arrested three suspected terrorist suppliers in Adamawa with smuggled items.

“In the North West, 17 Brigade troops killed two terrorists at Malali Bridge, Katsina, recovering a motorcycle, radios, and phones.

“One terrorist was neutralised in Shinkafi, Zamfara, by 1 Brigade, with recoveries including an AK-47 rifle, livestock, and other items.

“Troops also rescued kidnap victims in Sokoto and Zamfara States, while another victim abducted at Maitsiga Village, Kankara, Katsina, was freed,”the source said.

He said the North Central also witnessed major breakthroughs, adding that troops of 126 Battalion rescued three kidnapped persons in Kogi.

According to him, air and ground offensives in Lokoja targeted insurgent movements.

“In Plateau, troops arrested a notorious informant, Abdurahman Bega, linked to a wanted terrorist leader, and separately apprehended an armed militia member with an AK-47 rifle.

“In Kwara, troops on patrol seized a rifle, ammunition, and motorcycle from insurgents.

“In Kaduna State, troops arrested 27 suspects in Sabon Tasha, Kakuri, and surrounding areas, recovering illicit drugs and weapons.

“In Abuja, Guards Brigade troops nabbed 16 illegal miners, including a Nigerien national and a fake NSCDC operative, and seized motorcycles, generators, narcotics, and mining equipment,” he added.

The source said the coordinated operations across the regions reflected its commitment to dismantling terrorist networks and safeguarding citizens.

According to him, the Nigerian army remains resolute in creating a secure environment to enable farming, commerce, and other socio-economic activities. 

NAN