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  • 450 terrorists arrested, 180 kidnap victims rescued in September – DHQ

    450 terrorists arrested, 180 kidnap victims rescued in September – DHQ

    The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has said that military operations arrested at least 450 terrorists and rescued 180 kidnap victims during ongoing internal security operations in September.

    The Military High Command said 39 terrorists surrendered to the military, while various calibers of weapons and ammunition were recovered from the insurgents last month.

    The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen Markus Kangye, revealed this in a statement, on Saturday.

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    Kangye said the operations were executed under different joint task forces, including Operation Hadin Kai, Operation Fansan Yamma, Operation Enduring Peace, Operation Whirl Stroke, Operation Delta Safe, and Operation Udo Ka.

    According to the defence spokesman, troops recovered 63 assorted arms, 4,475 rounds of ammunition, and 294 items, including grenades, improvised explosive device materials, motorcycles, vehicles and handheld radios.

    He said troops of Operation Delta Safe recovered ₦112,175,220 worth crude from oil thieves, and destroyed 41 illegal refining sites.

    He said, “The Armed Forces remain committed to transparency, accountability, and the lawful execution of all missions in accordance with international and domestic rules of engagement.”

    The defence spokesman reaffirmed the military’s commitment to protect civilians, while also ensuring the safety and welfare of personnel.

  • Sahel intelligence agencies to expose Nigerian politicians backing terrorists 

    Sahel intelligence agencies to expose Nigerian politicians backing terrorists 

    Intelligence agencies in Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso have said they are preparing to publish the names of senior Nigerian politicians aiding and abetting terrorism in the northwest, counterinsurgency expert Zagazola Makama said yesterday. 

    Makama posted this on his verified X handle with a munched posti by DWHausa which he apparently translated to English. 

    According to Makama, the security agencies confirmed they were already in possession of names of politicians suspected of aiding the criminal gangs. 

    They also disclosed that some individuals involved in supplying arms to the terrorists had been arrested with investigations underway.

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    The move, officials said, was part of wider broader regional efforts to dismantle cross-border criminal networks that have fueled insecurity across West Africa. 

    Sahelian states, in particular, have intensified cooperation in recent years to combat armed groups and curb illicit arms trafficking along porous borders.

    Banditry has plagued Nigeria’s North-West for over a decade, with armed groups responsible for mass killings, kidnappings for ransom, and attacks on rural communities. 

    Security experts had long warned that the crisis has been worsened by weak border controls, the proliferation of small arms, and the involvement of powerful local actors.

    The planned disclosure by Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso underscores the regional dimension of Nigeria’s security challenges and signals growing willingness among Sahelian governments to confront external actors accused of enabling the violence.

  • 147 terrorists arrested, 39 kidnap victims rescued in one week -DHQ

    147 terrorists arrested, 39 kidnap victims rescued in one week -DHQ

    The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says troops’ operations nationwide over the past week have resulted in the arrest of 147 suspected terrorists and other criminals, and the rescue of 39 kidnap victims.

    Speaking through the Director Defence Media Operations, Maj-Gen Markus Kangye, at a press briefing on Thursday, the military high command stated that troops foiled oil theft worth N19,750,000.00

    According to Maj.-Gen. Kangye, between September 15 to 22, troops of Operation Hadin Kai in the North East arrested 26 terrorist collaborators and rescued three kidnap victims.

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    He said logistics items, comprising large quantities of fabrics, vehicles, motorcycles, and improvised explosive device (IED) marking materials, were recovered from terrorists.

    Kangye said troops also continue to intensify their onslaughts against terrorists in North Central, rescuing 16 kidnap victims, and arresting 80 terrorists and two leaders, Abubakar Ahmadu, in Paiko Local Government Area of Niger State, and Saawuan Wuaiyolna, a member of a notorious syndicate who is on the military’s wanted list.

    In the South-south region, he said the troops also arrested 19 suspected oil thieves and nine other criminals, and rescued nine kidnap victims.

    “Troops also discovered and destroyed 16 illegal refining sites, 14 crude oil cooking ovens, seven dugout pits, 11 boats and eight storage tanks,” Maj.-Gen Kangye,

  • 23 terrorists killed, 26 kidnap victims rescued in Katsina

    23 terrorists killed, 26 kidnap victims rescued in Katsina

    Not fewer than 23 terrorists were killed and 26 kidnap victims rescued in coordinated operations by Nigerian Army troops, Defence Special Operations Force and Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, in Kankara and Matazu Local Government Areas of Katsina State. 

    A source at the Army headquarters told The Nation on Monday morning that troops also arrested 14 suspected terrorists and criminals in the Northeast and Northcentral regions and recovered various weapons and logistics items. Meanwhile, four members of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) surrendered in the Northeast.

    The source said: “On 6 September 2025, troops of 17 Brigade, in collaboration with the Defence Special Operations Force and Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, conducted a major offensive in Pauwa village, Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State. The joint force made contact with terrorists entrenched on Pauwa Hill, leading to a fierce firefight supported by aerial intelligence and artillery fire. 

    “The operation resulted in the neutralization of 23 terrorists, the rescue of 12 women and 11 children held in captivity, and the recovery of five motorcycles, spare parts, food supplies, and other logistics, which were destroyed in the situation.

    “In Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State, troops on patrol rescued three kidnapped locals after engaging fleeing terrorists near Shaiskawa village.”

    According to the source, in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State, troops of 19 Brigade arrested a suspected terrorist logistics supplier attempting to transport items from Cross Kauwa to Dawoshi village. They recovered a mobile phone, a wristwatch, ₦55,000 in cash, and other items, while the suspect remains in custody for further investigation.

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    The military source said: “On 6 September, four family members of ISWAP/JAS terrorists, comprising two women and two children, surrendered to troops of the 192 Battalion in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. Preliminary investigation revealed they fled from Lekshe village and are currently in custody for further profiling.

    “In another development on 7 September, troops of 232 Battalion raided a criminal hideout in Muva village, Mubi North Local Government Area of Adamawa State. The operation led to the arrest of 5 suspected thieves and drug peddlers, who have since been handed over to the Nigeria Police for prosecution.”

    In the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the military source said, troops of 102 Guards Battalion at Dei-Dei Quick Response Group arrested three suspects involved in phone snatching and other criminal activities around Dei-Dei, Dakwa, and Zuba areas, and recovered four mobile phones and a smart watch.

    “The suspects have been handed over to the police for further action,” he said. 

  • Military eliminates terrorists, arrests 13, rescues 15 in nationwide crackdown

    Military eliminates terrorists, arrests 13, rescues 15 in nationwide crackdown

    Troops of the Nigerian Army have killed scores of terrorists and arrested 15 others in a series of coordinated operations across the country.

    A military source told The Nation late Monday night that troops also rescued 15 kidnap victims during onslaughts conducted from August 29 to 31.

    According to the source, troops recovered a large cache of high calibre weapons, ammunition, explosives, and illegally refined petroleum products.

    Providing details on the successes, the source revealed that in the Northwest zone, troops of 17 Brigade in Katsina State and 1 Brigade Combat Team in Zamfara State rescued 12 kidnap victims from terrorist captivity.

    Furthermore, troops also conducted successful rescue operations in the Northcentral and Southeast regions, with Operation Whirl Stroke troops in Nasarawa State and 34 Artillery Brigade troops in Imo State rescuing three kidnap victims during a crackdown on terrorist hideouts.

    According to the source, a combined team comprising 1 Battalion Rear of the Nigerian Army, other security forces, and local vigilantes intensified crackdowns on suspected collaborators and logistics suppliers of criminal groups in the Northwest, raiding criminal hideouts in Kebbi and Sokoto States, where they arrested six suspected members of the notorious Lakurawa terrorist group and seized their logistics items and cash.

    “In Kano and Kaduna States, troops recovered empty ammunition shells and other evidence after encounters with fleeing terrorists,” the source said. 

    “In Taraba State, three impostors posing as security personnel were apprehended and handed over to the Police for further investigation.”

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    The source reported a significant success against IPOB/ESN fighters in Imo State, where troops dismantled and destroyed their sentry posts and an improvised explosive device (IED) factory, and disposed of multiple explosives found along major routes.

    “They also recovered IED detonators, CCTV cameras, and metal fragments prepared for bomb-making.”

    The source highlighted successes against crude oil theft in the Niger Delta region, noting that troops intercepted and destroyed large volumes of illegally refined products, arresting two suspects with over 2,500 litres of stolen petroleum products in Akwa Ibom and Rivers States.

    “Similarly, in Imo State, troops discovered illegal refining sites containing more than 700 litres of crude oil and refined products, which were destroyed in line with standard procedures.”

    According to the source, troops have also intensified arms recovery efforts, “arresting two armed suspects in Delta State who were found with two locally fabricated pistols, a pump-action rifle, cartridges, and mobile phones.”

    The source stated that the rescued victims were handed over to the appropriate authorities for reunification with their families, assuring that “the Nigerian Army will continue to dismantle criminal networks nationwide, creating a safer environment to boost agricultural activities and support the Federal Government’s food security initiatives.”

  • Capturing of most-wanted terrorists excites U.S., Britain

    Capturing of most-wanted terrorists excites U.S., Britain

    • ‘Improved security impacting economy’

    The United States (U..S.) and the British government are excited about the capturing of two of the most wanted terrorists by Nigeria’s security operatives.

    National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu got kudos for the action.

    Those captured are leaders of the Ansaru terror organisation, Mahmud Muhammad Usman (aka Abu Bara’a) and Mahmud al-Nigeri (aka Mallam Mamuda).

    The U.S. and the British authorities issued the commendations in separate tweets on X (formerly Twitter) yesterday.

    The tweet by the USMissionNigeria via @USinNigeria reads: “We commend the Nigerian Government and security forces on the successful arrest of wanted #Ansaru leaders, Mahmud Muhammad Usman (aka Abu Bara’a) and Mahmud al-Nigeri (aka Mallam Mamuda). This is a significant forward in Nigeria’s fight against terrorism and extremism.

    Another post by the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, on X (formerly Twitter) on his handle, @RMontgomeryUK reads: “An extraordinary & very significant success. A major step forward in the fight against terrorism. Congratulations to the security agencies & officers involved under the leadership of NSA Ribadu.”

    The security forces had on Saturday announced the arrest of the two wanted terror kingpins.

    The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Information, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, in a post on X, at the weekend, reiterated that the war against terrorism gained further traction with the capture of the terror lords.

    He quoted Ribadu, as saying that the two terrorists on the wanted list of Nigeria, the US, UK, and UN were captured in an operation which was conducted between May and July.

    Ribadu said the men were captured in a high-risk, intelligence-led, counter-terrorism operation, which led to their capture.

    Many groups have been praising the Department of State Services (DSS) under the leadership of Director-General Tosin Ajayi, for leading the intelligent-driven operation.

    Presidential aide Dada Olusegun in a statement said that  Ribadu’s 25 months in office have marked a turning point in the fight against terrorism, banditry and other security threats.

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    Highlighting Ribadu’s achievements, Dada added that his office had tackled terrorism by forging a workable synergy among the security agencies

    Dada stressed:  “Security forces arrested key suspects behind past high-profile attacks, including the March 2022 Abuja-Kaduna train attack and the July 2022 Kuje prison break.”

    Noting the reduction in banditry and terror attacks, he added: “Military offensives in Zamfara, Katsina, Kaduna, and Sokoto neutralised bandit leaders, freed thousands of hostages, and restored safety to highways such as the Abuja-Kaduna road.”

    Dada also alluded to the boost in oil production, saying: “Crude oil output rose from below 1mbpd in April 2023 to about 1.8mbpd today, as security clampdowns curtailed pipeline vandalism and theft.”

    He said that the hot spots now enjoy relative peace, stressing that “Communal and ethnic clashes in Southern Kaduna, Plateau, Taraba, and Benue have declined, with government interventions combining security force action and non-kinetic engagements.”

    Dada pointed out that military offensives and legal steps against IPOB’s foreign funding channels had weakened the group, adding that sit-at-home orders have lost ground in the Southeast.”

    He noted that Ribadu’s tenure has received consistent backing by President Tinubu through new military procurements, improved welfare for troops, and increased deployment of technology for intelligence and surveillance.

    Olusegun said despite the subsisting challenges, “Nigeria’s security architecture is now stronger, highways safer, oil production more stable, and farming communities gradually returning to normal life.”

    North’s CAN extol improved security, Kaduna governor

    The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) also commended Ribadu for the arrest of two key Ansaru terrorist leaders.

    The association also praised Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State for promoting inclusive governance and ensuring infrastructure development in the state.

    Northern CAN Chairman Rev. John Hayab gave the commendation during an interaction with reporters in Kaduna, capital of Kaduna State.

    He described the arrest of the terrorists as a significant breakthrough in the fight against terrorism.

    Rev. Hayab said the arrests, carried out between May and July through intelligence-led operations by the NSA’s office in collaboration with security agencies, marked a turning point in counter-terrorism efforts.

    He said: “We do not want to be people who only grumble and accuse. When we see what is right, we must acknowledge it.

    “Ribadu deserves enormous credit for the deliberate, intelligence-driven operation that led to the arrest of some of Nigeria’s most wanted terrorists.”

    The cleric called for sustained intelligence operations and the identification of sponsors of terrorism, stressing that lasting peace requires accountability and justice.

    He commended Sani’s inclusive approach and infrastructure projects, especially the ongoing road works across the state.

    Acknowledging that some areas still required urgent attention, he said  visible progress had been made.

    Rev. Hayab added: “We cannot expect all roads to be repaired in one day, but if work continues in phases, people will see real development in the next one or two years.”

    The CAN leader urged the governor to ensure fair distribution of projects and appointments across all communities, regardless of religious or ethnic background.

  • Terrorists kill four soldiers in fresh attack on Shiroro communities

    Terrorists kill four soldiers in fresh attack on Shiroro communities

    No fewer than four security personnel were killed and several others injured on Thursday when heavily armed terrorists launched another deadly assault on communities in the Lakpma axis of Shiroro local government area of Niger State.

    The attack, which occurred in the Dnasapa, Iburo, and surrounding villages of the Galkogo district, saw a coordinated onslaught by a mix of insurgent groups, including Boko Haram, ISWAP and bandits. 

    The assailants reportedly hoisted Boko Haram flags during the assault, confirming fears that the area has become a stronghold for extremist elements.

    According to eyewitness accounts, the incident happened while officers stationed at Galkogo were on a routine patrol. 

    They were ambushed by the insurgents, who outnumbered and outgunned them in a fierce gun battle that left four soldiers dead.

    “This is a monumental loss,” said Babangida Wassa Kudodo, a concerned citizen of the area, in a statement after the attack, 

    “These officers are the last line of defence for our communities. Their loss is both tragic and unacceptable.”

    The latest violence has sparked renewed outrage and urgent calls for government action. Residents and community leaders are appealing to federal and state authorities to immediately send reinforcements to the Galkogo base, which serves as the security hub for villages under constant siege.

    Kudodo, while condemning the “barbaric” attacks, urged governments at all levels to “relook at the issues of insecurity in Lakpma and Shiroro with a view to bringing this madness to an end.”

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    Over the past few years, Shiroro LGA has suffered repeated assaults from armed groups. The Lakpma axis in particular has become a flashpoint, with attacks forcing many villagers to flee their homes, abandoning farms, schools, and businesses.

    Security experts say the convergence of insurgent groups in the region is a dangerous trend that requires a coordinated military and intelligence response, not just routine patrols. Locals fear that without immediate intervention, more lives will be lost, and the area will remain under siege.

    “I pray for the repose of the souls of our departed comrades and the speedy recovery of the wounded,” Kudodo said in his statement, “But more than prayers, what we need now is urgent, decisive action.”

    The Niger State Government and the military are yet to issue official statements on the latest attack as of the time of filing this report.

  • Troops kill scores of terrorists, nabs suspects in nationwide operations

    Troops kill scores of terrorists, nabs suspects in nationwide operations

    The Nigerian Army says its troops have killed scores of terrorists and apprehended several others in series of recent coordinated and intelligence-driven operations across the country.

    This is contained in a statement by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Lt.-Col. Appolonia Anele, on Saturday in Abuja.

    Anele said the troops had between July 22 and 24, neutralised seven terrorists, arrested 10 criminal suspects, received 19 surrendered terrorist family members, and recovered assorted arms, ammunition, and logistics equipment in multiple theatres of operation.

    In Borno, she said the troops of 151 Task Force Battalion ambushed and neutralised two ISWAP/JAS terrorists in Bula Daburu Village, capturing logistics items including eight bicycles, bags of food supplies, and mats.

    Anele also revealed that troops of 222 Battalion neutralised one terrorist during an ambush ahead of Alau Dam in Konduga Local Government Area.

    She added that 19 family members of terrorists comprising seven adult females and 12 children, surrendered to 202 Battalion in Bama, citing unbearable conditions in terrorist enclaves.

    “In Niger, troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA Sector 1 and 2, in coordination with air component, neutralised scores of terrorists at Mahula Village and captured two AK-47 rifles, 18 motorcycles, and ammunition.

    In Zamfara, troops of 1 Brigade neutralised three terrorists in Maradun Local Government Area, recovering two AK-47 rifles, motorcycles, and communication devices.

    “Eight motorcycles were also destroyed in Anka Local Government Area while 78 rustled livestock were recovered and handed over to appropriate authorities,” she said.

    In Plateau, Anele said the troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN, apprehended high-profile suspects including Dayabu Idris and Ardo Forof Ardo Habibu Mohammed for their involvement in killings, kidnappings, and attacks on security personnel.

    She added that troops also recovered an AK-47 rifle, ammunition, and arrested three additional suspects linked to the killing of a cattle herder in Jos East.

    “Elsewhere, troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE in Benue, neutralised one kidnapper and rescued three victims in Gbise Town.

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    “In Enugu State, two kidnap suspects were arrested in Akwuke Forest, while one suspect was neutralised during a follow-up operation, and their hideout was destroyed.

    “The Nigerian Army also arrested two suspected ISWAP logistics suppliers, one in Ngala Local Government Area of Borno and another in Chibok, with communication devices, food items, and over ₦140,000 in cash.

    “These arrests disrupted the supply chain of terrorist groups in the region.

    “The Nigerian Army remains resolute and professional in its commitment to safeguarding the nation’s territorial integrity, protecting citizens, and degrading all forms of terrorism and criminality across the country,” she said.

    (NAN)

  • Troops neutralise more terrorists, recover weapons across theatres

    Troops neutralise more terrorists, recover weapons across theatres

    The Nigerian Army has continued to consolidate its operational momentum across the country, achieving major tactical and strategic successes against the terrorists and criminal elements across the country.

    A credible source at the Army Headquarters told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the army’s sustained onslaught had led to major breakthroughs recently in the North East.

    The source said one of such is the recent uncovering of 54 improvised explosive devices (IEDs) rigged in gas cylinders and wired in series beneath the Dikwa–Marte Bridge in Borno.

    NAN recalls that troops of 24 Task Force Brigade and 50 Task Force Battalion operating under Operation Hadin Kai, had on July 4 achieved the feat in a strategic operation.

    The devices planted by ISWAP/JAS insurgents to sabotage the critical infrastructure were expertly neutralised by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) specialists.

    IEDs attacks have been a major headache for the troops in their counterinsurgency efforts.

    The source also revealed that troops of 7 Division Garrison, in conjunction with local hunters and Hybrid Forces, successfully launched coordinated ambushes, eliminating three terrorists at Platari and Komala in Konduga Local Government Area.

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    According to the source, troops recovered motorcycles, agrochemicals and food items.

    “Concurrently, 222 Battalion troops repelled an attempted infiltration of the Mandarari IDP Camp, neutralising several insurgents in the process.

    “In another proactive engagement, the Acting Commander of Sector 2, Operation Hadin Kai, Brig.-Gen. BMG Martins, led a surgical raid on terrorist hideouts in Mandaragirau, Nguma, Kimba and Sabon Gari. This resulted in the elimination of two terrorist scouts and seizure of a cache of weapons.

    “Relatedly the sustained operation led to the surrender of 14 family members of ISWAP/JAS fighters consisting of eight women and six children. Additionally, a teenage terrorist of Buduma descent surrendered, along with a horse, to troops of 19 Brigade in Baga on 5 July” he added.

    In the North West zone, the source said the troops of 8 Division Garrison neutralised a terrorist and recovered an AK-47 rifle and a motorcycle along the Takatsaba, Sabon Birni route in Sokoto State.

    He added that troops also apprehended two suspected terrorist collaborators during a fighting patrol to Gudun village in Illela Local Government Area.

    In the North Central, the sources said the troops of 176 Guards Battalion intercepted two suspected arms couriers in possession of an AK-47 rifle along the Gwagwalada, Kuje road within the Federal Capital Territory.

    He said the troops of Operation Whirl Stroke neutralised an armed assailant and recovered a locally fabricated pistol with ammunition during a response to a civilian attack in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue.

    “Furthermore, troops’ response to the kidnap incident in Zaki-Biam led to the rescue of 11 kidnapped victims after engaging the abductors in a fierce exchange of gunfire along the Kyado-Wukari road in Ukum Local Government Area.

    “In the South-South region, troops of 6 Battalion uncovered 15 jerrycans containing approximately 450 litres of illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) in Ukanafun LGA of Akwa Ibom State. The illicit product was processed in accordance with established protocols, while the suspect fled on sighting troops.

    “Meanwhile, in the South East, troops of 302 Artillery Regiment and 14 Field Engineer Regiment arrested three suspected IPOB/ESN informants in Ihiala LGA, Anambra State. Recovered items included mobile phones, cash and a motorcycle. Additionally, troops safely detonated two IEDs found in Nkwerre and Ihiala area of Imo state.

    “These coordinated operations highlight the Nigerian Army’s sustained commitment to neutralising criminal threats and reinforcing national stability. The Nigerian army urges the public to support ongoing efforts by providing credible and timely intelligence,” he added.

  • 210 terrorists surrender to troops in Lake Chad region

    210 terrorists surrender to troops in Lake Chad region

    No fewer than 210 Boko Haram fighters and their family members have surrendered to troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) Sector 2, along the Lake Chad region.

    The mass surrender follows intensified kinetic and non-kinetic operations in the region, MNJTF spokesman, Lt.-Col. Olaniyi Osoba, said in a statement, on Wednesday.

    The surrendered terrorists confessed to have participated in various terrorist acts along the Bakatolerom, Barkalam, Litri, and Kaiga Ngbouboun axis of Lake Chad, according to Lt.-Col. Osoba.

    Ten assorted weapons of various calibres were recovered from the terrorists during the operation.

    The spokesman described the feat as a “major blow” to Boko Haram fighters hibernating in the region, and underscores the effectiveness of the MNJTF’s comprehensive approach to the operation.

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    The spokesman said the Commmader Sector 2/Operation Lake Chad, Maj.-Gen Moussa Haussa, had since commended the troops for the commitment in the fight against terrorists and urged them to maintain the momentum.

    Maj.-Gen Haussa assured that those who surrendered will be treated humanely and will participate in the MNJTF’s deradicalisation programme,” Osoba said

    According to Osoba, the Governor of the Region of Lake Chad, Brig.- Gen Saleh Haggar Tidjani, had welcomed the surrendered terrorists, and promised to provide the repentant terrorists with a skill acquisition programme that will facilitate their reintegration into society.

    “This initiative aims to provide them with sustainable livelihoods and support their transition back to peaceful civilian life,” he said.