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Nigerian Army Records Significant Successes in Counter-Terrorism Efforts

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The Nigerian Army has been engaged in a series of counter-terrorism operations across the country, resulting in the arrest of Boko Haram terrorists' ransom negotiators, informants, collaborators, and logistics suppliers. The operations have also led to the rescue of 138 kidnapped victims and the recovery of a large cache of arms, ammunition, and explosives. Additionally, a suspected drug peddler was arrested attempting to infiltrate a town with illicit substances.

Key Takeaways:

  • 138 kidnapped victims were rescued in operations conducted across the country, including 106 victims rescued in Mayanchi Village, Zamfara State, and 32 additional victims released in a separate non-kinetic engagement.
  • A total of 139 women and children were rescued, including 85 girls and 13 boys.
  • Troops recovered a large cache of arms, ammunition, and explosives, including detonators with cords, pressure plates, batteries, plastic explosives, and a bicycle.
  • A suspected ISWAP informant was arrested in Abari, Monguno LG, and a terrorist collaborator was arrested in Tofa Village, Maru LG, Zamfara State.
  • The suspected drug peddler was arrested attempting to infiltrate Damasak Town, Mobbar LG, with illicit substances including tramadol and diazepam.
  • The Nigerian Army appreciates the cooperation of local communities and security stakeholders and assures Nigerians of its unwavering resolve to protect lives and property.
  • The operations have stressed the Nigerian Army's relentless commitment to defending the nation's territorial integrity and restoring peace across troubled regions.

Statistics:

  • 106 kidnapped victims were rescued in Mayanchi Village, Zamfara State.
  • 32 additional kidnapped victims were released in a separate non-kinetic engagement.
  • 138 kidnapped victims were rescued in total across the country.
  • 237 women and children were rescued, including 85 girls and 13 boys.
  • 139 women and children were rescued in Mayanchi Village.
  • 32 additional women and children were released in a separate non-kinetic engagement.
  • A total of 180 individuals were rescued.
  • Troops recovered 5 AK-47 rifles and one DUSHKA gun.
  • The suspected drug peddler had illicit substances including tramadol and diazepam.

Sources:

  • "Nigerian Army rescues 106 kidnapped victims, arrests suspect behind recent attacks in Zamfara." *GSM Newsroom, July 20, 2025.*
  • "Military repels ISWAP attack in Borno." *Channels News, July 20, 2025.*

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