Defence and Security

Troops Destroy Notorious Terrorists’ Den, Exhume Victims Bodies In Imo

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2 years ago

March 31, 2024

Troops of the 34 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Obinze, Owerri, destroyed the den of notorious terrorists led by one Monday Ogu popularly called ‘B44’.

The troops also exhumed corpses believed to be the terrorist’s victims, buried in shallow graves near the den, at Ezioha Community in Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo State.

Addressing newsmen shortly after the operation, the Brigade Commander, Brig.-Gen. Usman Lawal said the exercise was carried out by his gallant officers following intelligence reports.

He said the camp, strategically located on the bank of the Njaba River overlapped three council areas of Imo, namely Njaba, Oru East and Mbaitoli where the criminals carried out attacks.

He listed the attacks to include kidnapping for ransom, robbery of kidnap victims’ valuables and burning of their vehicles as well as killing of the victims most of whom were buried in shallow graves.

The Commander added that the terrorists also vandalised vehicles belonging to their victims and sell off the vehicles’ parts while burning the vehicles beyond recognition.

He called on residents of the state to furnish security agencies with useful information that will lead to the location and decimation of terrorists and other criminal elements in their domain.

“Our aim is to clear camps of criminal, irredentist elements and restore peace to the communities so that the people can return to their communities and resume normal life.

“Following the clearance of the terrorists’ hideout by our gallant troops, we have exhumed the dead bodies of the victims for a thorough forensic assessment so that where possible, we can trace them to their families and hand them over for a befitting burial,“ he stated.

The Commander hailed his troops for their gallantry in the face of security challenges and urged them never to rest on their oars until peace is restored to the affected communities and Imo at large.

Brig Gen. Lawal, however, thanked the General Officer Commanding 82 Division of the Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Hassan Dada; the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, and the Imo Governor, Hope Uzodimma for their unflinching moral and logistics support which has created the enabling environment for the activities of the brigade.

He assured the Imo people of his continued commitment to the fight against terrorism to ensure lasting peace, security and socioeconomic development in the state and it’s environ.

Defence and Security

Army Chief Pledges Better Welfare, Fair Postings for Troops

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2 hours ago

November 6, 2025

By Onyeanya Ebere Immaculata

Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has pledged to prioritise troop welfare, transparency, and fairness in postings to boost morale and strengthen operational efficiency.

Shaibu made the promise on Thursday in Maiduguri during an interactive session with defence correspondents as part of his operational tour of the North-East.

He commended troops for their resilience in defending the nation and assured that the Army would sustain and improve the soldier-first welfare policy introduced by his predecessor.

“As soldiers get what is due to them on time, we will extend that support to their families while they serve their fatherland,” he said.

The COAS also vowed that merit and professionalism would guide all postings and appointments, ensuring fairness and competence in leadership.

Shaibu, who assumed office on October 30, 2025, described morale as a key component of fighting power and reaffirmed his commitment to timely payment of allowances and other entitlements.

His visit was part of efforts to assess field operations and enhance the welfare of frontline troops battling insurgency in the region.

(NAN)

Defence and Security

Tinubu Intensifies Multi-Front War Against Terrorism -Alake

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15 hours ago

November 6, 2025

By Onilede Titi Faith

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Deji Alake, says President Bola Tinubu’s administration is intensifying its multi-dimensional campaign against terrorism through military action, socio-economic reforms, and regional diplomacy.

Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, Alake said the government’s renewed strategy builds on lessons from past failures.

“If the measures being taken now had been implemented ten years ago, we probably wouldn’t be where we are today,” he said.

He noted that recent changes in the leadership of security agencies were deliberate steps to strengthen the fight against insecurity, adding that results were already visible.

Alake dismissed claims that terrorist attacks in Nigeria were faith-based, stressing that most stem from economic or political grievances.

He urged the media to avoid promoting negative narratives and instead spotlight the successes of the armed forces.

Defence and Security

Mbah-led NEC Security Training Committee Begins Work

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2 days ago

November 4, 2025

By Omoniyi David

The Governor Peter Mbah-led National Economic Council (NEC), Committee on the Overhaul of Security Training Institutions has commenced work, pledging to deliver a comprehensive report within one month.

Speaking during an inspection of the Police Training College, Ikeja, Lagos, on Tuesday, Mbah said the committee would address the decay in training facilities to improve professionalism and morale among security personnel.

“It is unacceptable to expect quality officers to emerge from dilapidated environments,” he said, noting that a secure nation was key to President Tinubu’s trillion-dollar economy vision.

Mbah revealed that the committee, which includes seven governors and former IGP Alkali Baba as secretary, has been divided into two subcommittees for efficiency.

Governor Dapo Abiodun said a consulting engineer had been engaged to prepare a detailed report for swift implementation.

Commandant AIG Omolara Oluruntola decried the college’s poor facilities, stressing the need for urgent renovation to produce competent officers.