Nigerian Troops Neutralize 554 Terrorists, Rescue 1,736

During a media briefing in Abuja, Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, the Director of Defence Media Operations, announced that the Armed Forces of Nigeria killed 554 terrorists and criminals, arrested 1,333 suspects, and rescued 1,736 kidnapped civilians in the third quarter of 2026. The military conducted operations from July to September, resulting in the surrender of 333 insurgents and the recovery of 244 arms and 8,160 rounds of ammunition.

In September alone, troops neutralized 52 terrorists, arrested 350 suspects, and rescued 655 kidnapped civilians. The operations included significant actions in the North-East, where 273 terrorists were neutralized, and 297 kidnapped victims were rescued.

The report also highlighted 367 attacks across various operations, with Operation Enduring Peace recording the highest number of incidents. The military's efforts included dismantling illegal refining sites and recovering stolen petroleum products, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to combating terrorism, banditry, and other criminal activities.