Between October 8 and 11, 2025, the Nigerian Army conducted a series of coordinated, intelligence-driven operations
across multiple regions, leading to significant successes in the fight against terrorism and criminality. The operations
resulted in the neutralization of 26 terrorists and criminal elements, the arrest of 22 suspects, and the rescue of five kidnapped victims. In the South-East,
troops of Sector 2, Operation UDO KA, tracked and neutralized a high-profile IPOB/ESN commander known as ‘Alhaji’ at his hideout in Ezza-Eyimaggu, Izzi Local Government Area of Ebonyi State.
The wanted militant was reportedly killed after attempting to disarm a soldier during his arrest. Additionally, troops of the 34 Artillery Brigade, on patrol in Mbaotoli
Local Government Area of Imo State, discovered and destroyed an IPOB/ESN shrine believed to be used for indoctrination and planning criminal activities. In the North-East, troops of
Forward Operating Base (FOB) Gajiram, in conjunction with the Civilian Joint Task Force, engaged terrorists along the Gajiram–Bolori–Mile 40–Gajiganna Road
in Borno State. The operation led to the neutralization of four terrorists and the rescue of two civilians. The troops also recovered over ₦4.3 million and two new
mobile phones previously seized by the terrorists. Similarly, troops of the 109 Special Forces Battalion in Magumeri neutralized five terrorists and recovered
one AK-47 rifle, five magazines, 31 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, and a dagger in Borno State. In the North-West, intelligence-led airstrikes by the Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA
at Gebe Primary School in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State decimated several terrorists and their leaders. Troops of 8 Division Garrison and
local vigilantes intercepted logistics couriers transporting hard drugs and motorcycle spare parts from Lagos State to Zamfara State. The suspects were
handed over to the Department of State Services (DSS) for further investigation. Additionally, troops of 1 Brigade responded to distress calls in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State, where they rescued
abducted victims and neutralized armed terrorists during a pursuit operation. In the North-Central region, troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE conducted successful raids in Nasarawa and Benue States,
arresting several kidnapping suspects, rescuing victims, and recovering arms, charms, and other exhibits. In Plateau State, troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE foiled a cattle rustling attempt in
Barkin Ladi and arrested five drug peddlers in Bassa Local Government Area. In the South-South, troops of Sector 3, Operation DELTA SAFE, engaged cultists in Rivers
State, neutralizing two and arresting one suspect. The troops recovered rifles, magazines, ammunition, motorcycles, and military accoutrements. In Edo State,
troops of the 4 Brigade rescued a kidnapped victim in Esan South-East Local Government Area and recovered the victim’s vehicle. Across all theatres of
operation, the Nigerian Army recovered several AK-47 rifles, magazines, assorted ammunition, motorcycles, mobile phones, charms, and locally made weapons.
The Nigerian Army remains committed to creating a safer environment that will boost economic and agricultural activities in line with the Federal Government’s commitment to food security.
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