The Nigerian Army has intensified its nationwide operations, recording major gains between 1st and 5th September 2025 with the neutralisation of four terrorists, arrests of 64 criminal suspects, rescue of kidnapped victims, and recovery of weapons and logistics.
In the North East, troops of 117 Task Force Battalion, supported by Civilian Joint Task Force and vigilantes, engaged terrorists at Yimurmuze in Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State, neutralising one terrorist and recovering an AK-47 rifle, a magazine, and 24 rounds of ammunition.
Similarly, troops of 159 Battalion in Geidam LGA neutralised another terrorist, seizing an AK-47 rifle, two magazines, and additional ammunition. In Askira Uba, Adamawa State, 115 Task Force Battalion arrested eight suspected cattle rustlers, recovering a Dane gun, cartridges, knives, bows and arrows, and mobile phones.
Troops also discovered improvised explosive devices in New Marte, further disrupting terrorist activities in the area.
In the North West, a joint operation by the Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA and ground troops struck terrorist hideouts at Zango in Katsina State, killing up to 15 terrorists according to intercepted communications, and forcing others to flee with gunshot wounds.
Meanwhile, in Sokoto State, troops of the Chief of Army Staff Intervention Battalion arrested two terrorist informants and logistics suppliers in Gudu LGA.
In the North Central region, troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE neutralized one armed herder during a firefight in Logo LGA of Benue State, recovering an AK-47 rifle and ammunition. In Niger State, troops rescued two kidnapped victims and recovered 28 rustled cows following air and ground operations in Mariga LGA.
Other nationwide operations also yielded major results. In Kaduna State, 19 suspects were arrested during raid operations in Unguwan Dosa, Rigasa, Mando, Tudun Wada, and other areas.
In Rivers State, troops uncovered 35 sacks of illegally refined products amounting to about 1,750 litres, arresting one suspect despite resistance from suspected bunkerers. In Delta State, soldiers working with the NDLEA arrested three drug peddlers in Sapele, seizing cocaine, tramadol, and other illicit substances. Similarly, in Oshimili South LGA, troops arrested two suspected IPOB/ESN members linked to improvised explosive device production.
The Nigerian Army also conducted successful operations in Lagos, Plateau, and the Federal Capital Territory, leading to the arrest of armed robbers, kidnappers, drug peddlers, and other criminal elements, while recovering firearms, ammunition, and illicit substances.
The Nigerian Army remains committed to creating a safer environment that will boost agricultural activities in line with the Federal Government’s commitment to food security.
