The Defence Headquarters said troops have intensified their nationwide security operations, leading to the rescue of 318 kidnapped victims and the neutralization and arrest of numerous terrorists in November alone.
Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, revealed on Thursday that the armed forces further disrupted criminal activities in the oil sector by shutting down 16 illegal crude refining sites.
According to him, the troops also prevented oil theft worth more than N217.6 million and seized 201,700 litres of crude oil along with 88,177 litres of Automotive Gas Oil.
He noted that the military is fully committed to securing the release of students recently abducted in Niger State.
North East Front
Troops under Operation Hadin Kai sustained pressure against Boko Haram, ISWAP, and JAS fighters through coordinated land and air assaults across several local government areas in Borno and Adamawa States.
Between November 27 and December 3, operations in Mafa, Ngala, Ngazai, Konduga, Bama, Askira Uba, Chibok, Madagali, and Song led to the elimination of terrorists, arrest of six collaborators, rescue of five hostages, and destruction of criminal hideouts and logistics. Air assets provided crucial support throughout the engagements.
North West Missions
Under Operation Fansan Yamma, troops recorded significant gains in Zamfara, Sokoto, Katsina, Kano, Jigawa, and Kebbi States.
They neutralized armed groups, detained 13 suspects, rescued nine kidnapped persons, and recovered weapons, vehicles, livestock, and other supplies.
Air interdictions also targeted camps in Kankara and Faskari LGAs, destroying their bases and equipment.
North Central Operations
In Plateau and Kaduna States, Operation Enduring Peace forces neutralized insurgents, arrested 16 suspects, and rescued 10 abductees from November 27–29.
Similar outcomes were recorded in Benue, Nasarawa, and Taraba States by troops of Operation Whirl Stroke, who arrested 20 criminals and freed six captives.
Security operations in Kogi State and the Federal Capital Territory further neutralized extremists, arrested 12 suspects, and secured the release of 14 victims.
Niger Delta Actions
Operation Delta Safe maintained aggressive anti–oil theft actions in Bayelsa, Delta, Imo, and Rivers States. Troops halted theft activities worth N12.1 million, dismantled four illegal refineries, and arrested 25 suspects. Additional raids yielded more arrests, neutralization of criminals, and recovery of weapons.
South East Counterterrorism Efforts
Operation Udoka forces neutralized armed elements in Enugu, Ebonyi, Abia, and Cross River States. They also arrested four suspects, rescued four hostages, and recovered weapons, vehicles, and improvised explosive devices.
Air raids in Ezeagu LGA of Enugu destroyed key terrorist logistics points and hideouts.
Major General Onoja praised the troops’ resilience and urged them to remain focused on eliminating security threats.
He appealed to citizens to keep supporting the Armed Forces with timely intelligence and to honour service members through the Armed Forces Remembrance Day initiative launched on December 2, 2025.
“The Armed Forces of Nigeria remain committed to operating within the law while enhancing security efforts to restore peace across all troubled areas of the country,” he said.
