Tag: Nigerian troops
Troops foil terror attacks, nab 14 collaborators in Borno
The military said that the terrorists were detected advancing from the Timbuktu Triangle axis and were engaged with artillery and…
‘How troops killed ISWAP commanders, 84 fighters in Borno ambush’
Among those killed were two high-ranking ISWAP commanders identified as Amir Abu Aisha (aka Nagif) and Amir Abu Ali Chaptar…
ISWAP fighters retreat after failed assault on military position
“The failed attack occurred when ISWAP terrorists, in a desperate bid to regain the initiative after recent battlefield setbacks, attempted…
Nigerian troops eliminate 30 terrorists, rescue dozens of victims
The troops also apprehended many key operatives of the terror groups, including logistics suppliers, tax collectors, and informants, the Director…
Nigerian troops nab 354 suspects, rescue 373 kidnap victims
Onioja said troops under the operation had effectively curtailed mobility and logistical capabilities Boko Haram, Islamic State West Africa Province…
Anambra: Two arrested as troops dismantle IPOB/ESN terrorists’ Mother Valley
The troops advanced on foot for about three hours through difficult and restricted terrain to gain entry into the valley.
Troops kill 5 terrorists, rescue 3 children in Borno
The troops responded with overwhelming firepower, forcing the terrorists to flee in disarray. During exploitation, five terrorists were neutralised.
Troops neutralise 16 ISWAP terrorists, rescue 11 victims in Borno offensive
Uba added that in a related development, troops arrested suspected ISWAP logistics suppliers conveying large quantities of drugs intended for…
Troops kill Lakurawa terrorists, rescue 62 hostages Kebbi, Zamfara operations
According to the statement, the terrorists were wearing camouflage uniforms and riding motorcycles padded with thick blankets and fitted with…
Nigerian troops chase pirates, save 18 abducted travellers
”One pirate speedboat powered by a 15-horsepower engine capsised during the encounter, forcing the attackers to abandon their captives and…
Troops storm Plateau hideout, kill bandit, recover deadly weapons
Troops of the Nigerian Army, operating under the Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace, have neutralised a suspected bandit and…
Nigeria owes frontline troops immense gratitude — CDS
“Trust, cooperation and synergy between the military and the citizenry are indispensable to the attainment of sustainable peace and security…
Troops nab wanted notorious bandit kingpin in Benue
The Army spokesperson added that preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect is closely linked to Dogo, a wanted armed group…
Troops kill over 14 terrorists, intercept N9m ransom in nationwide crackdown
Giving the breakdown of the operations, a source at Army Headquarters said in the North-East, the troops of Operation HADIN…
Nigerian troops rescue 318 victims in crackdown on terrorists, others
Onoja said the troops of Operations ENDURING PEACE and WHIRL STROKE, apprehended 32 suspects, neutralised multiple extremists, rescued 20 kidnap…
Fierce gun battle in Borno as troops repel terrorists attack on Chibok
The battle-ready troops of the 28 Task Force Brigade, backed by ambush teams and observation posts on surrounding mountains, picked…
Troops intercept man with 10 bags of cannabis in Kogi
The vehicle, driven by the suspect, was also found with a branded police hat and belt displayed on the dashboard,…
‘Troops kill 7 terrorists, recover weapons in renewed North East offensive’
According to the Army, an ambush by troops of 192 Battalion and hybrid forces at Gwadale general area in Pulka–Gwoza…
Nigeria troops hit terrorists, rescue kidnapped victims in nationwide operation
The troops also recovered over 200 stolen livestock with several hostages rescued from bandits in the nationwide operations.
Nigerian troops kill scores of terrorists, rescue 67 from kidnappers in nationwide offensive
The troops also recovered large quantities of arms and ammunition, including automatic rifles, machine guns, RPG tubes, locally fabricated weapons,…
Troops crush terrorists, foil bomb attacks in fierce North East battles
The clampdown extended to Adamawa State, where 232 Battalion troops intercepted smugglers transporting petrol and motorcycles believed to be aiding…
Nigerian troops kill dozens of terrorists, rescue 26 from kidnappers
The troops also recovered large quantities of arms and ammunition, destroyed terrorists’ camps and illegal refining sites to deny criminals…
Nigerian troops kill 17 terrorists, nab 85 suspects, rescue 10 from kidnappers
Toops of 195 Battalion, working with the Department of State Services (DSS), apprehended a notorious Boko Haram/ISWAP informant and ransom…
Nigerian troops kill dozens of terrorists, nab 62 suspects, rescue 30 victims
Kangye added that troops of Operation Whirl Stroke neutralised several armed criminals, arrested 12 suspects, and rescued 17 kidnapped victims…
Alleged Delta cult gang kingpin Fragene Pessu arrested
The gang was implicated severally in kidnapping for ransom, with evidence of payments made to secure the release of their…
Nigerian troops kill 3 terrorist commanders, 16 fighters, others – Army
A terrorist informant and logistics supplier, who had secretly aided terrorists for more than four years, was also arrested around…
Nigerian troops kill 31 terrorists, recover gun trucks in Borno, Adamawa offensives
In Adamawa, Sector 1 OPHK troops with CJTF and hunters raided Umbo in Madagali LGA, neutralising three terrorists and seizing…
Troops kill 23 terrorists, rescue 26 victims in Katsina
Also four family members of ISWAP/JAS terrorists – two adult females and two children – surrendered to troops of 192…
Nigerian troops kill 11 terrorists, nab 64 suspects in nationwide operations
The source said the troops of 222 Battalion repelled threats around Alau Dam and seized weapons and ammunition.
Troops kill 20 terrorists, recover weapons in North East offensives
The operations were conducted by troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) in Gujba, Gubio, Sabsawa, Whumtakum, Mandarari, Gajigana, Konduga, Banki…