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In October operations, 481 Terrorists were Neutralized and 741 Suspects were Apprehended, According to the DHQ.
In a notable report released by the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), significant progress in military operations across Nigeria for the month of October has been outlined. During a press briefing held in Abuja on Thursday, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, shared details reflecting the concerted efforts of the Nigerian military in combating terrorism and related criminal activities.
The operations led to the elimination of 481 terrorists, apprehension of 741 suspects, and the rescue of 492 individuals from kidnapping situations. Furthermore, troops successfully recovered a substantial arsenal, including 480 weapons alongside 9,026 assorted rounds of ammunition. Among these were 263 AK47 rifles, 81 locally fabricated guns, and 76 pump-action guns, indicating a robust offensive against armed insurgents.
Maj.-Gen. Buba emphasized the military’s strategy to undermine the operational capabilities of terrorist groups through coordinated strikes on their enclaves across the nation. The Air Force has been pivotal in these endeavors, executing precise bombardments that significantly diminished the terrorists’ combat capabilities.
In the North-East, these operations notably included synchronized air and ground assaults, resulting in the neutralization of 198 terrorists and the rescue of 156 hostages. Additionally, a total of 257 former Boko Haram and ISWAP combatants and their families surrendered during this period.
The operations extended to the North-Central and Northwest regions, where 50 violent extremists were neutralized, and 202 suspects apprehended, alongside 165 kidnap rescues. In the Northwest, 163 terrorists were neutralized, and the troops maintained a focus on establishing a secure environment conducive to agricultural and socio-economic activities.
Despite the tragic loss of Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. T.A. Lagbaja, Maj.-Gen. Buba reiterated the steadfast commitment of the armed forces to continue their mission undeterred. The military’s resolve to combat terrorism remains unwavering, inspired by the legacy and dedication of their late commander.
These achievements reflect a determined and strategic response to the complex security challenges facing Nigeria, as the military aims to restore peace and stability in affected regions.
On Tuesday, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) detonated on the Mandafuma Bridge along the Biu-Damboa road in Maiduguri, causing significant structural damage. According to Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert specializing in the Lake Chad region, the bridge was completely destroyed, effectively severing the link between Mandafuma Village and Biu town.
The attack, attributed to suspected ISWAP-affiliated terrorists, is believed to be aimed at disrupting transportation and impeding military reinforcements in the area. This incident further underscores the ongoing security challenges and the evolving tactics employed by extremist groups in the region.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a warning regarding fraudulent messages being circulated to registered candidates for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). These messages, disseminated by suspected fraudsters, aim to deceive candidates through the fabrication of issues within their JAMB details.
The perpetrators are utilizing a deceptive sort code, created by merging the UTME numerical variant (8863) with JAMB’s sort code (55019), to mimic the Board’s official communication channels. Candidates are urged to disregard any messages employing this method and claiming irregularities in their registration.
JAMB assures the public that these messages are not sanctioned by the Board. Security agencies have been alerted and are actively pursuing the individuals behind this fraudulent scheme. Candidates are strongly advised to exercise vigilance and report any suspicious communication that deviates from official JAMB channels.
Dangote Refinery has announced a further reduction in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), bringing it down to N835 per litre from the previous N865. This N30 decrease, communicated to customers via notice on Wednesday, follows a reduction to N865 just six days prior.
This adjustment is expected to translate to lower retail prices at partner stations, such as MRS, with potential reductions from N940 per litre anticipated.
The price reduction coincides with regulatory approval for the importation of 117,000 metric tonnes of petrol between April 8th and 16th, 2025. However, industry analysts, including the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association (IPMAN), caution against expecting a drastic price crash due to demand/supply dynamics and foreign exchange fluctuations, even with the renewal of the naira-for-crude deal.
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