By Tobias Lengnan Dapam
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), said its troops killed scores of bandits and extremists in the month of November.
Major General
Michael Onoja, Director Defence Media Operations, stated this on Thursday in Abuja, while giving update on the military operations in the country.
He added that several other criminal elements were arrested at various locations across the country.
Onoja also revealed that over 69 of the extremists and their family members surrendered, while 318 kidnapped victims were also rescued.
He added that the Armed Forces, in collaboration with other security agencies, have sustained intensive operations on all fronts.
“Troops are conducting clearance operations, targeted air and maritime interdictions, and intelligence driven raids aimed at degrading criminal networks, protecting civilians, and restoring stability in affected areas.
“We remain committed to ensuring that every part of Nigeria enjoys peace, security, and freedom from fear. Despite the challenges, significant progress was recorded. “Many criminal elements have been neutralised or apprehended, arms and ammunition have been recovered, hostages rescued, and several enclaves previously occupied by terrorists and bandits have been dismantled.
“We acknowledge that these successes would not have been possible without the courage and professionalism of AFN personnel, working in conjunction with Nigeria Police and other security agencies, as well as the cooperation of all Nigerians who provide timely and actionable information.”
