The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced that troops across various theatres of operation in Nigeria have apprehended 450 terrorists and criminals, rescued 180 civilians, and destroyed illegal refineries valued at over ₦112 million during the month of September.
The Director of Defence Media Operations (DDMO), Maj. Gen. Markus Kangye, disclosed this during the monthly press briefing on military operations held on Friday in Abuja.
“Our troops have recorded significant progress in neutralising threats and supporting humanitarian efforts.
“Accordingly, for the month of September, about 450 terrorists, bandits, extremists and other criminals were arrested, 39 of them surrendered, while 180 civilians were rescued. Quantity 63 arms, 4,475 ammunition were recovered, 294 items such as grenades, IED marking materials, handheld radios, motorcycles, vehicles and other items used in perpetrating crimes were also recovered,” Kangye said.
He noted that troops under Operation HADIN KAI in the North-East intensified offensives against Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists, leading to several neutralisations and surrenders. Similar operations in the North-West and North-Central zones also yielded significant arrests and recoveries.
Maj. Gen. Kangye further highlighted that troops under Operation DELTA SAFE in the Niger Delta region dismantled large-scale illegal refining operations and foiled crude oil theft activities.
“Operation DELTA SAFE foiled oil theft worth One Hundred and Twelve Million, One Hundred and Seventy Five Thousand Two Hundred and Twenty Naira (₦112,175,220.00), representing 49,321 litres of crude oil, 6,970 litres of AGO, 1,900 litres of DPK and 1,475 litres of PMS. Forty-one illegal refining sites were also destroyed,” he stated.
In the South-East, Kangye said troops of Operation UDO KA neutralised terrorists and arrested four others, recovering assorted weapons, ammunition, vehicles, and improvised explosive devices in Anambra and Imo States.
Reaffirming the Armed Forces’ commitment to peace and national stability, Kangye assured that joint operations with other security agencies and hybrid forces would continue to intensify.
“Our gallant troops will continue to sustain offensive operations and intelligence-driven missions until lasting peace is achieved in all troubled parts of Nigeria,” he vowed.
He also underscored the military’s dedication to professionalism and accountability.
“We remain fully committed to transparency and the protection of innocent lives,” the DDMO stressed.
Military Arrest 450 Terrorists, Rescues 180 Civilians in One Month
