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Military Kills 317 Terrorists, Rescues 221 Victims In May – DHQ

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The military says troops in land, air and maritime operations nationwide eliminated 317 terrorists and criminal elements while rescuing 221 kidnapped victims in May.

The Director of  Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja at a monthly press briefing on ongoing military operations.

Onoja said troops, in joint land, air and maritime operations with other security agencies, also arrested 314 suspects and recovered 93 assorted weapons during the period.

He said the operations led to the surrender of 18 terrorists, the destruction of three illegal refining sites, and the recovery of 21,910 litres of stolen petroleum products.

According to him, the renewed offensive reflects the military’s sustained pressure on terrorist networks, criminal gangs and economic saboteurs across all theatres.

In the North-East, troops of Operation Hadin Kai neutralised 73 insurgents, arrested 159 suspects and rescued 112 civilians, while several terrorists surrendered due to intensified operations.

Onoja said troops also repelled multiple attacks, disrupted cross-border logistics and recovered arms and ammunition in Borno and Yobe.

“In the North-West, Operation Fansan Yamma troops neutralised 24 terrorists, arrested 13 and rescued 22 kidnapped victims through aggressive patrols and coordinated air-ground operations,” he said.

He added that troops in the North-Central under Operations Savannah Shield, Enduring Peace and Whirl Stroke conducted clearance and interdiction missions, dismantling kidnapping networks and illegal arms supply chains.

He noted that a major breakthrough was the discovery and dismantling of an illegal arms manufacturing facility in Plateau.

In the South-South, troops of Operation Delta Safe intensified operations against oil theft, arresting 14 suspects, destroying illegal refining sites and intercepting large volumes of stolen petroleum products.

Similarly, troops of Operation Udo Ka in the South-East arrested 60 suspects, rescued 18 victims and recovered weapons while sustaining pressure on criminal and secessionist elements.

Onoja said the operations also exposed networks of collaborators, gunrunners and informants aiding criminal groups across the country.

He acknowledged a recent kidnapping incident in Oyo State, adding that the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, had ordered immediate reinforcement and deployment of surveillance assets to track the perpetrators.

He said the military remained resolute in restoring security, assuring that troops would sustain pressure until all threats were neutralised.

“The Armed Forces will not relent in its constitutional mandate to defend Nigeria’s sovereignty and protect citizens,” he said.

Onoja commended troops for their gallantry and professionalism and called on Nigerians to support security agencies with credible intelligence. (NAN)

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EuroMatch NPFL: Enyimba Roar Back to Winning Ways, Thrash Shooting Stars 4-2 in Aba

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Enyimba FC returned to winning ways in emphatic fashion on Wednesday after defeating visiting Shooting Stars 4-2 in an entertaining EuroMatch NPFL Matchday 2 rescheduled fixture at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba.

Sports247 reports that the People’s Elephant produced an impressive attacking display to claim maximum points, scoring four times before the visitors mounted a late fightback with two goals in the closing stages.

Enyimba wasted little time taking control of the encounter, with Richard Ezinna opening the scoring in the seventh minute to give the hosts an early advantage.

The home side continued to press forward and doubled their lead in the 29th minute through Damian Chibueze, putting Shooting Stars under increasing pressure.

The visitors struggled to contain Enyimba’s attacking momentum, and the Aba side added a third goal just seven minutes later.

Idris Abubakar found the back of the net in the 36th minute as Enyimba went into the interval with a commanding 3-0 advantage.

Shooting Stars needed a strong response after the restart, but Enyimba struck again almost immediately.

Ifeanyi Ihemekwele extended the hosts’ lead in the 49th minute, making it 4-0 and putting Enyimba firmly in control of proceedings.

With a four-goal cushion, the hosts appeared to be heading towards a comfortable victory, but Shooting Stars refused to surrender completely.

The Oluyole Warriors eventually found a breakthrough in the 76th minute when Mustapha Adams Agba’a reduced the deficit, giving the visitors a glimmer of hope.

Shooting Stars then added another goal deep into stoppage time, with Johnmark Aule scoring in the 91st minute to make it 4-2.

However, the late rally was not enough to prevent Enyimba from securing all three points.

The victory provides a significant boost for the Aba giants following a difficult start to their NPFL campaign. Enyimba’s four-goal performance also offered a much-needed attacking statement, with four different players finding the net.

For Shooting Stars, the defeat means they leave Aba empty-handed despite their late effort to reduce the deficit.

Enyimba will now look to build on the victory and use the result as a springboard for improved consistency as the NPFL season continues.

The rescheduled Matchday 2 fixture ultimately delivered a six-goal spectacle, but it was Enyimba who had the final say, roaring back to winning ways in front of their home supporters.

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2027: Watch out for AI manipulated campaigns – Akpabio tells Nigerians

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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has told Nigerians to watch out for artificial intelligence manipulated campaign messages as the 2027 election approaches.

The Senate President also said that no election prize is worth the life of any Nigerian.

Speaking on the floor of the Senate, Akpabio said no election victory should be celebrated if it hurts the country.

“Let the competition be intense, let it be fair, and let every person involved remember that a country must remain united once the election is over.

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“People who want to hold positions don’t have to agree completely to work together effectively as Nigerians.

“We can argue without making communities compete against each other, or making different faiths fight against each other, or having one part of our country face off against another.

“Let every candidate explain their ideas and respond to tough questions, and let every citizen have the freedom to choose based on that. We need to stop violence, fear, and the false information that spreads quickly and causes people to lose trust.

“No electoral prize is worth taking a Nigerian life. No victory should be celebrated if it leaves the country hurt.

“So watch out for AI manipulated campaigns. Let every candidate explain their ideas and face tough questions, and let every citizen have the freedom to choose,” the Senate President said.

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