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Troops Kill Terrorists, Arrest Over 20 Suspects Nationwide – DHQ‎

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The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) say troops have neutralised terrorists and arrested over 20 suspects in operations conducted across the country.

‎The operations took place between March 30 and April 2, 2026.

‎The Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, disclosed this in a statement on Friday.

‎Onoja said the operations were conducted under the direction of the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Olatunbosun Oluyede.

‎He said troops recorded successes across the North East, North West, North Central, South-South, and South East regions.

‎According to him, troops of Operation HADIN KAI neutralised террористs and rescued abducted civilians in Borno State.

‎He added that suspected collaborators and arms couriers were arrested in Adamawa and Bauchi states.

‎Onoja said troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA rescued victims and engaged terrorists in Zamfara and Katsina states.

‎He noted that weapons and other items were recovered during the operations.

‎He said troops of Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD foiled kidnapping attempts and arrested suspects in Kwara State.

‎According to him, troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE arrested suspects linked to killings in Plateau State.

‎Onoja added that troops also rescued kidnapped victims in the state.

‎He said troops of Operation DELTA SAFE uncovered illegal oil refining sites and recovered stolen crude oil.

‎In the South East, he said troops arrested suspected IPOB/ESN members.

‎Onoja said more than 20 suspects were arrested across all theatres.

‎He quoted the Chief of Defence Staff as commending troops and urging them to remain vigilant.

‎He also urged Nigerians to provide credible information to support military operations.

(News Diary)

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