Nigerian Army Neutralizes Terrorists, Arrests Suspects in Coordinated Operations

The Nigerian Army has concluded a two-week operation that saw the neutralization of two terrorists and the arrest of 11 suspects across various parts of the country. According to statistics, Delta State led the pack with 7 arrests, followed closely by Ondo State with 2 arrests, and Yobe State with 1 arrest. The operation involved raids on suspected hideouts, interception of gunrunners, and pursuit of terrorists.

Key Takeaways:

• The Nigerian Army neutralized 2 terrorists in Sokoto State, recovering 3 AK-47 rifles and a motorcycle abandoned by fleeing fighters.
• 11 suspects were arrested in 4 states: Delta (7), Ondo (2), Yobe (1), and Borno (1).
• The arrests were made after troops raided suspected hideouts, intercepted gunrunners, and pursued terrorists.
• The operation resulted in the recovery of a motorcycle, 4 mobile phones, and miscellaneous items in Delta State.
• In Ondo State, troops intercepted gunrunners in Igbara-Oke, exposing links to a Kirikiri prison inmate involved in arms deals with Zamfara criminals.
• In Yobe State, troops apprehended a terror suspect attempting to breach a security perimeter in Katarko.
• In Borno State, two terrorist family members surrendered to troops in Bama due to mounting pressure on insurgent strongholds.
• The Nigerian Army spokesperson, Lt. Col. Appolonia Anele, reaffirmed the Army's resolve to safeguard national security, promising a relentless pursuit of all forms of insecurity.

Statistics:

• 2 terrorists were neutralized in Sokoto State.
• 11 suspects were arrested across 4 states: Delta (7), Ondo (2), Yobe (1), and Borno (1).
• 251 rustled cattle were reclaimed from rustlers in Kebbi State.
• 200 litres of illegal diesel were seized in Delta State.
• 3 AK-47 rifles were recovered in Sokoto State.
• 1 terror suspect was arrested in Yobe State.
• 2 terrorist family members surrendered in Borno State.

Sources:

• Vanguard (2025)