Tag: Troops
Troops smash bandit camps, kill scores in Bauchi
“Several motorcycles used by the criminals were destroyed, limiting their mobility and operational capability,” he said.
Troops record breakthroughs against terrorists in North-East
“The troops engaged the terrorists, neutralised two, and recovered a handheld radio and two motorcycles,” the report said.
Troops intercept medical supply truck to terrorists, rescue abductees in major sweep
It also revealed that troops foiled an attempted infiltration by terrorists in Askira Uba Local Government Area of Borno.
Troops neutralise terrorists, arrest kidnapper in Plateau clearance operations
Troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE, under the mandate of Operation WUTAN DAJI, have neutralised suspected terrorists, dismantled criminal hideouts and…
COAS hails troops’ sacrifice, calls for stronger unity
“The essence of both observances, which are sacrifice, humility, self-restraint and compassion, mirrors the core values of military service,” he…
Troops repel ISWAP assault in Yobe, kill over 20 fighters
He added that soldiers who sustained injuries during the battle had been evacuated to medical facilities and were responding well…
Deadly Clash in Borno: Troops battle ISWAP attackers at military camp
They found several weapons and explosives left behind by the insurgents, including an AK-47 rifle, a BHT machine gun, PKT…
Troops crush terrorists in fierce overnight battles
The insurgents reportedly launched attacks on four military locations in Konduga, Marte, Jakana and Mainok between late Thursday night and…
Troops kill notorious kidnapper, rescue four in Edo
"The troops responded to gunshots heard in the forest during a night patrol with aggressive pursuit and minimum use of…
Soldiers foil kidnap plot, intercept gun runner in dual operations
The victims were reportedly being moved to a hideout when soldiers engaged the abductors.
Troops crush ISWAP raids in Borno, 11 killed
According to him, soldiers recovered weapons and ammunition, including rifles, rocket-propelled grenade launchers and an armed drone, while other offensive…
Troops storm ESN/IPOB stronghold in Imo
He added that an ambush team also apprehended two suspected IPOB members during the operation.
Troops, police deployed to Bauchi troubled communities
“Despite recent incidents in neighbouring Gwana District, Mansur town remains unaffected, and there is no cause for alarm,” he added.
Troops dislodge terrorists, recover ammunition in Benue raid
The troops also recovered links of 7.62mm NATO ammunition, and seven empty 7.62mm NATO cartridge casings, while a red Toyota…
Troops neutralise dozens of terrorists in north east offensive
The military said: “The general security situation across the theatre remains calm but unpredictable. Troops’ morale and fighting efficiency remain…
Troops clear Edo forest corridor, arrest 13 suspected criminals
He said the clearance exercise, codenamed Operation IGBO DANU 1, led to the arrest of eight suspected kidnappers and drug…
Terrorists neutralised as troops overrun hideout
He said the NAF component was currently conducting interdiction missions to intercept fleeing bandits, while ground forces continued to dominate…
Troops kill top ISWAP commander, foil multiple attacks
“The elimination of the terrorist leader has thrown ISWAP elements in the area into disarray… representing a major blow to…
Troops repel bandits after overnight gun battle in Kano communities
Babatunde said the attack was a revenge mission following the loss of some of the bandits’ fighters to superior military…
You must wipe out bandits, terrorists – COAS charges troops
He lauded their operational successes, noting that their sustained efforts have significantly improved security within the Area of Responsibility.
Christmas Security Boost: Special forces, air assets on high alert
“The Armed Forces of Nigeria have emplaced robust and proactive measures aimed at preventing attacks during the Christmas festivities,” Onoja…
Army operations save truck drivers, villagers from kidnappers
“Efforts are ongoing to rescue four other victims abducted at Owa Onire in Ifelodun LGA during a road project,” the…
Troops repel ISWAP assault on military base
“Recovered items included AK-47 rifles, magazines and ammunition, PKT rounds, hand grenades, motorcycles, communication devices, combat gear, medical supplies, and…
ECOWAS deploys troops to Benin Republic after foiled coup
Troops, including soldiers from neighbouring Nigeria, are to support the government and protect the country’s constitutional order, ECOWAS said in…
Army rescues 21 Kidnap victims, foils terror attacks in nationwide raids
“Troops also rescued five persons and a baby along the Unashi–Doka road in Danko Wasagu LGA of Kebbi, after terrorists…
Troops rescue 86 kidnap victims, crush terror camps in Borno
The soldiers reportedly engaged the insurgents in a fierce gun battle, pursuing them towards Mangari where a follow-up operation led…
Troops neutralise 19 bandits in Kano border communities
"The Commander, 3 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Ahmed Tukur, assures law-abiding citizens of the Army’s commitment to maintaining peace…
Army rescues two kidnapped victims, recovers ₦3.8m ransom in Kogi
“They are currently in safe custody at the troops’ location pending handover to the appropriate authorities,” Abdullahi said
Troops crush terror cell in Borno, recover weapons cache
He said the troops of Sector 1 under 24 Task Force Brigade conducted a precision night operation that foiled a…
Crackdown on oil bunkering: Army nets suspects, dismantles refineries
According to the statement, the operations were carried out between 6 and 19 October 2025, targeting known criminal hideouts and…