The Nigerian Army has achieved significant breakthroughs in its ongoing operations across various theatres, leading to the arrest of a high-value terror suspect, neutralization of insurgents, and recovery of a cache of arms and ammunition.
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‎A statement on Friday revealed that troops of 2 Brigade, in collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS) operatives from the Port Harcourt Command, carried out a successful raid on a suspected kidnappers’ hideout in Eket Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State on October 7, 2025. The operation led to the arrest of Emmanuel Akpan, a notorious kidnap kingpin known for his activities along the Oron/Ibaka axis. The suspect is currently in DSS custody for further investigation.
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‎Similarly, on October 8, troops of 196 Amphibious Battalion, Baga, in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State, arrested an Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorist attempting to infiltrate the town. Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect operated as a logistics and intelligence courier between terrorist cells in Chad and Niger Republic, disguising as a repentant fighter. He has since been handed over to 403 Amphibious Brigade for further investigation.
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‎In another operation, troops of 4 Demonstration Battalion, while on a snap checkpoint along the Lere–Saminaka–Kaduna Road in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Kaduna State, intercepted two suspects transporting 1,307 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, four mobile phones, and ₦27,000 cash. The ammunition was reportedly being conveyed from Barakin Ladi, Plateau State, to Zamfara State.
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‎Meanwhile, three ISWAP terrorists, including a female, surrendered to 68 Battalion troops at Bosso, Niger State, citing intense military pressure and deteriorating conditions within their enclaves. The surrendering fighters have been profiled for debriefing.
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‎Additionally, troops of 222 Battalion at Bazamri Village, Konduga LGA, Borno State, engaged terrorists in a firefight, forcing them to flee and recovering two RPG bombs and a belt containing 150 rounds of 7.62x54mm ammunition.
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‎Across other regions, troops dismantled illegal refining sites, recovered stolen crude oil, and seized over 6,650 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) in Rivers, Delta, Imo, Ebonyi, and Plateau States. Several boats, vehicles, and refining equipment were also destroyed.
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‎The Nigerian Army reaffirmed its commitment to protecting citizens and creating a secure environment conducive to national stability and economic growth.
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High-Value Terror Suspect Arrested as Troops Record Major Operational Successes Nationwide
