Insecurity

Army Neutralizes 152 Terrorists, Arrests 109, Rescues 91 Hostages

In a series of operations aimed at combating insecurity across Nigeria, the nation’s military forces have killed 152 terrorists, arrested 109 suspected terrorists and bandits, and rescued 91 kidnapped hostages within the past week. The military also dismantled terrorist strongholds and crippled criminal activities in various regions. The operations, which included surgical strikes, targeted two […]

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Kaduna: Troops Neutralize Eight Bandits, Recover Weapons in Birnin Gwari

Troops of Operation Whirl Punch successfully neutralized eight bandits during a combat patrol in the Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Thursday. In a statement, the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, confirmed that the operation also led to the recovery of a cache of arms, ammunition, and motorcycles. […]

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Nigerian Military Neutralizes 147 Terrorists, Rescues 113 Hostages in One Week

The Nigerian military has reported significant achievements in its ongoing operations against terrorism and other forms of violence across the country. Over the past week, troops neutralized 147 terrorists, apprehended 381 suspects, and rescued 113 kidnapped hostages, according to Defense Headquarters (DHQ) spokesman Edward Buba. He shared these updates during a press briefing in Abuja […]

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Villagers Rejoice as Military Eliminates Bandit Commander, 35 Militants

Troops of Operation Whirl Punch have killed 36 bandits, including Buhari Alhaji Halidu, also known as “Buharin Yadi,” one of the most notorious bandit leaders in Northern Nigeria. Following the operation, residents of the Kaduna-Katsina border communities erupted in celebration. Samuel Aruwan, Kaduna State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, disclosed this on Thursday […]

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DHQ Reports: About 200 Terrorists Killed, 330 Arrested in Single Week

In the past week, operations across northern regions resulted in the elimination of 188 terrorists and the arrest of 330 others. Troops deployed across the nation successfully rescued 133 kidnapped individuals during this period, as stated by Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, highlighting the significant strides in the ongoing fight against […]

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Troops Destroy Yellow Jambros Notorious Bandits Kingpin Camp in Zamfara

By Zagazola Makama Nigerian Army troops deployed for Counter Terrorism Counter Insurgency operations have raided the den of a notorious terrorist kingpin known as Yellow Janbros at Dangunu Village in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State, resulting in the elimination of a terrorist and recovery of fire arm. During the operation on 8 April […]

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Troops Neutralize Terrorist Threat, Clear Road Blockade in Zamfara

In ongoing efforts to combat terrorist activities in the Northwest region, Nigerian Army troops conducted separate operations in Zamfara and Katsina States on Monday, dismantling road blockades set up by kidnappers and neutralizing several terrorists. In Zamfara State, troops responded to a distress call regarding a blockade on the Anka-Bagega road, erected by terrorists to […]

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Troops Raid Kingpin’s Hideouts in Zamfara, Neutralized Several Terrorists

Nigerian Army troops deployed for Counter-Terrorism and Counter-Insurgency operations in Katsina and Zamfara States have raided terrorists’ hideouts, resulting in the elimination of several terrorists. In a statement released on Monday, the Army reported that on March 29, 2024, troops conducted an operation in Zamfara, targeting the den of a notorious terrorist kingpin, Hassan Yantagwaye, […]

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NAF Obliterate Scores Of Bandits in Tsafe, Zamfara

By: Zagazola Makama The Nigerian Airforce have naturalized scores of bandits in damaging airstrikes in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara state. Military sources confirmed to Zagazola Makama that the airstrikes were conducted in two locations on Wednesday March 27, 2024, at Magazu Village, Gidan Giye and Kachallah Hassan Nabamu camp, in Tsafe LGA. Sources […]

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Nigerian Army Confirms Killing of ‘Notorious Bandit Leader,’ Fasagora, Scores of Fighters

The Nigerian Army has confirmed the elimination of a prominent terrorist leader, Junaidu Fasagora, and numerous members of his group in Zamfara State. The operation, comprising intense artillery bombardment and ground engagement, took place in the Tsafe general area. Fasagora and his cohorts have long been associated with numerous kidnappings and acts of terrorism across […]