The Armed Forces of Nigeria has made significant progress in their operations against terrorists, degrading their capabilities and dismantling their military infrastructure.
Despite the terrorists’ continued presence, the military has achieved notable successes, neutralizing 2,245 terrorists, arresting 3,682 suspected terrorists, and rescuing 1,993 kidnapped hostages between April and June 2024.
Speaking at the bi-weekly briefing at the Defence Headquarters, Director Defence Media Operations Major General Edward Buba said, the military’s resolve is clear: to ensure citizen safety by destroying terrorists and their military capabilities.
Troops he said, are engaged in various forms of combat, maintaining operational flexibility to respond to emerging events and project forces as needed.
While the counter-insurgency campaign is an ongoing marathon, the military has made substantial strides. Terrorists have prioritized their military capabilities, but the armed forces continue to clear areas, recover weapons and explosives, and conduct synchronized ground and air operations to wipe out the terrorists.
The military’s achievements in the second quarter of 2024 include:
– Recovering 2,783 weapons and 64,547 ammunition
– Denying oil theft worth over N10 billion
– Rescuing 1,993 hostages
– Arresting 3,682 suspected terrorists and criminal elements
The military remains committed to minimizing civilian casualties and upholding international laws governing armed conflict. With unwavering determination, the armed forces will continue to risk their lives to secure the nation and ensure citizen safety.
Summary of the report reads below…
Military Operations Report: April – June 2024
The Joint Task Force has released its quarterly report, highlighting significant achievements in the fight against terrorism and violent extremism across various regions in Nigeria.
Operation HADIN KAI (North East)
– Neutralized: 857 terrorists
– Arrested: 913 suspects
– Rescued: 594 hostages
– Recovered: 993 weapons, 24,052 ammunition, and 501 equipment
Operation SAFE HAVEN (North Central)
– Neutralized: 130 terrorists
– Arrested: 544 suspects
– Rescued: 277 hostages
– Recovered: 138 weapons, 5,061 ammunition, and 131 equipment
Operation WHIRL STROKE (North Central)
– Neutralized: 138 terrorists
– Arrested: 377 suspects
– Rescued: 204 hostages
– Recovered: 171 weapons, 5,758 ammunition, and 205 equipment
Operation HADARIN DAJI (North West)
– Neutralized: 764 terrorists
– Arrested: 673 suspects
– Rescued: 592 hostages
– Recovered: 713 weapons, 16,744 ammunition, and 423 equipment
Operation WHIRL PUNCH (North West)
– Neutralized: 170 terrorists
– Arrested: 366 suspects
– Rescued: 178 hostages
– Recovered: 147 weapons, 4,356 ammunition, and 132 equipment
Operation DELTA SAFE (South South)
– Neutralized: 14 terrorists
– Arrested: 455 suspects
– Rescued: – hostages
– Recovered: 224 weapons, 2,752 ammunition, and 243 equipment
Operation UDO KA (South East)
– Neutralized: 180 terrorists
– Arrested: 354 suspects
– Rescued: 148 hostages
– Recovered: 396 weapons, 5,824 ammunition, and 103 equipment
Overall Summary
– Neutralized: 2,245 terrorists
– Arrested: 3,682 suspects
– Rescued: 1,993 hostages
– Recovered: 2,783 weapons, 64,547 ammunition, and 2,107 equipment
The military’s efforts have significantly degraded the capabilities of terrorist groups and violent extremists, and they will continue to optimize operations to ensure the safety of citizens.
