Nigerian Forces Neutralize 97 Terrorists, Including Wanted Gunrunner – Official
In a major victory against terrorism and criminal activities, Nigerian troops have successfully neutralized 97 terrorists, including a notorious gunrunner, in the past week. The operation, which took place across the country, led to the death of a wanted terrorist commander, Abu Mosaje, and the capture of several other key criminals.
According to Major General Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations, these efforts are part of the military’s ongoing crackdown on terrorism and organized crime. Buba revealed that Abu Mosaje was killed in Plateau State, in the Barkin Ladi Local Government Area. This marked a significant blow to terror groups in the region. In addition to Mosaje’s death, the same military forces arrested Babangida Usman, a notorious kidnapper and a key member of a criminal network, in Kaduna State.
The operation also led to the arrest of Timothy Yusuf, a known gunrunner, along with his son Timothy Obadiah, further disrupting the illegal arms trade. Meanwhile, in the South East, troops captured seven members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and Eastern Security Network (ESN), including a notorious kidnapper and several informants.
In total, the military neutralized 79 terrorists and arrested 224 individuals in the past week. On top of these arrests, troops also dismantled oil theft networks, seizing stolen crude oil worth millions and discovering numerous illegal refining sites. In total, they recovered 842,685 liters of stolen crude oil, 12,340 liters of illegally refined products, and an array of illegal weapons and ammunition.
The impressive haul included over 100 weapons, 1,953 rounds of ammunition, 35 motorcycles, and 22 mobile phones, which significantly weakened the operational capacity of the criminals involved.
The Nigerian forces continue to strengthen their efforts across all theaters of operations, ensuring the safety and security of citizens. The military is unwavering in its mission to rid the country of terrorists and criminal elements, restoring peace and security to affected regions.
