Troops kill notorious terrorist in Yobe, neutralise 114 others nationwide

Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully neutralized a notorious terrorist commander, Munzur Ya Audu, in Yobe State, along with 114 other militants, during a series of strategic operations across the country.

The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, made the announcement on Thursday during a press briefing in Abuja, detailing the military’s achievements over the past week.

Buba stated that troops targeted terrorist logistics hubs and other facilities tied to insurgent activities, with a focus on dismantling operational capabilities and disrupting terror networks.

“During the week under review:

115 terrorists neutralized

238 suspects arrested

138 kidnapped hostages rescued

“The troops also recovered significant weaponry, including: 145 assorted weapons (including AK-47 rifles, GPMGs, and fabricated rifles) 3,825 rounds of ammunition

Grenades, RPG bombs, and other explosive devices.

“North-East (Operation Hadin Kai):

61 terrorists neutralized

34 suspects arrested

32 kidnapped hostages rescued

“North-Central (Operations Safe Haven and Whirl Stroke):

18 violent extremists neutralized

48 suspects captured

48 kidnapped hostages rescued

“North-West (Operation Hadarin Daji):

28 terrorists killed

77 apprehended

57 kidnapped hostages rescued” He stated.

The military also conducted air interdictions on the hideouts of high-profile terrorist leaders in Katsina State’s Safana and Batsari areas.

Major General Buba revealed that these airstrikes destroyed critical structures and neutralized several insurgents.

Troops kill notorious terrorist in Yobe, neutralise 114 others nationwide