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Troops Killed 974 Terrorists, Rescued 466 Hostages in February - DHQ In its determination to end terrorism and insecurity across the country, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says troops killed 974 terrorists, apprehended 621, and rescued 466 hostages in February 2024. Director of Defence Media Operations, DMO Major General Edward Buba, disclosed this in Abuja while briefing Defence Correspondents on the update on the ongoing Military Operations by the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) and other security agencies in the various theatres of operations across the six geo-political zones of the country against insurgency activities He said that during the month under review, the troops in addition recovered 1,573 assorted weapons and 23,345 assorted ammunition and denied the oil theft of an estimated sum of over $8 billion (N8,006,996,894.00). According to him, “troops conducted synchronised strikes between the ground and air forces on terrorist enclaves, killing a significant number of them. It is possible to say with significant certainty that these strikes have had a significant adverse impact on the terrorists ” The focus of the armed forces is to conduct their operations in support of national security interests. Consequently, in February, troops recorded significant successes in theatres across the 6 geopolitical zones of the country. ” It is important to state that, in February 2024, troops recorded the following: neutralised 974 terrorists, arrested 621 of them, and rescued 466 kidnapped hostages. Furthermore, troops ” He explained that the breakdown for February included and was not limited to the following: 640 AK47 rifles, 248 locally fabricated guns, 93 pump action guns, 168 Dane guns, 15,120 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 6,102 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, 512 rounds of 9mm, and 2,132 live cartridges. According to him, others are 8,993,245 litres of stolen crude oil, 1,062,635 litres of illegally refined AGO, 18,950 litres of DPK, and 45,950 litres of PMS, among other items. ADVERTISING He warned that if the terrorist groups refused to come to the table in peace, the armed forces would have no other option than to continue to punish them with overwhelming military force in addition to the recently acquired additional air platform to further enhance troops’ lethal capabilities. He added that contrary to the opinion of some, troops were making significant strides and recording notable successes in operations across the country, stressing that, ‘though it might not seem so to some, the fact remains that remarkable progress is being made”. While urging citizens to endure today’s pain for tomorrow’s gain, he said, ” We should take solace in knowing that. It is all in a bit to make Nigeria great again. We can all begin making Nigeria great again by taking on the Celebrate Nigeria Challenge.

Ogechukwu UkekweNovember 13, 2024

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DHQ moves to stop lukarawa’s recruitment drive

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed that the newly emerged terrorist group, Lukarawa, has begun recruiting new members to strengthen…

US airman Jack Teixeira sentenced to 15 years in prison

Comfort SamuelNovember 13, 2024

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US airman Jack Teixeira Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison

A US Air National Guardsman, Jack Teixeira, who leaked Pentagon documents last year in one of the highest-profile intelligence cases…

Comfort SamuelNovember 13, 2024

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Bali Flights Cancelled Due to Dangerous Volcanic Ash

Several airlines have cancelled flights to and from Bali due to dangerous ash clouds from a volcano near the Indonesian…

Ogechukwu UkekweNovember 13, 2024

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Taraba State approves N70,000 minimum wage ahead of NLC strike

The Taraba State government has approved a new minimum wage of N70,000 for its workforce, following the December 1 strike…

Trump names Elon Musk to role leading government efficiency drive

Comfort SamuelNovember 13, 2024

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Trump Names Elon Musk, Ramaswamy to Role Leading Government Efficiency Drive

United States President-elect Donald Trump has named tech magnate Elon Musk and former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy as his picks to lead the so-called Department…

Ogechukwu UkekweNovember 13, 2024

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$10bn investment needs in Power: FG to deploy PPP to bridge gap

The Federal Government of Nigeria has revealed plans to source part of the $10 billion needed to provide reliable electricity…

Fulani Not Involved In Kebbi Attack That Claimed 15 Lives — Miyetti Allah

Comfort SamuelNovember 13, 2024

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Miyetti Allah Says Fulani Not Involved in Kebbi Attack That Claimed 15 Lives

The Kebbi State Chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), has condemned the activities of the…

Federal High Court begins yuletide vacation December 16

Comfort SamuelNovember 13, 2024

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Federal High Court Begins Yuletide Vacation December 16

The Chief Judge of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, Justice John Tsoho, has announced that the 2024 yuletide vacation…

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno Defects to APC, Backs Tinubu’s Economic Reforms

Ogechukwu UkekweNovember 13, 2024

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Gov Eno Commissions 9.7KM Ikote Eyo East-West Road

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has officially commissioned the 9.76-kilometer Ikot Eyo-Edem Idim Okpot-Mbiekene-Nung Obong-Ikot Ntung-East West Road,…

Simisola AdigunNovember 12, 2024

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Tinubu Tasks Okpebholo On Prioritising Living Standards Of Edo People

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged newly inaugurated Edo Governor, Monday Okpebholo to prioritise enhancing the living standards of Edo citizens…