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Nigerian Army Operations Neutralise Terrorists, Rescue Kidnapped Victims

Nigerian Army operations neutralise terrorists, rescue kidnapped victims, and apprehend suspects across Nigeria in recent nationwide missions

Nigerian Army operations have successfully neutralised two terrorists, apprehended 32 suspects, and rescued 13 kidnapped victims across several regions of the country in the past 24 hours.

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According to a credible source at Army Headquarters, these major operations took place in the North East, North Central, North West, South East, and South South zones.

In the North East, troops from Operation Hadin Kai arrested three suspected ISWAP/JAS logistics suppliers in Borno and Yobe States.

Additionally, one terrorist was neutralised during an ambush in Konduga, while another suspect was apprehended in Garkida, Adamawa, for involvement in prior attacks.

In Benue State, Operation Whirl Stroke forces neutralised an extremist in Katsina-Ala and rescued ten kidnapped victims in Ukum following a gun battle.

In the North West, troops foiled kidnapping attempts in Zamfara State, rescuing three victims in Anka.

The operations also saw the arrest of seven suspects, including a kidnap kingpin in Kaduna and three suspects in Niger State.

In the South East, troops of Operation UDO KA apprehended two suspected cultists in Imo State and recovered an improvised explosive device in Anambra.

Meanwhile, in the South South, Operation Delta Safe forces arrested 20 suspects linked to illegal bunkering, drug trafficking, and kidnapping.

The team also seized over 1,200 litres of illegally refined petroleum products across Rivers, Bayelsa, and Delta States.

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The Nigerian Army has urged citizens to continue supporting security agencies with timely intelligence to maintain the momentum of these ongoing operations and ensure lasting peace.

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