Military Says It Eliminated 10,937 Terrorist In 2024

The Nigerian military had a significant impact on the fight against terrorism in 2024, eliminating 10,937 terrorists, arresting 12,538, and rescuing 7,063 hostages. This achievement is a testament to the military's intensified efforts to dismantle terrorist infrastructure and neutralize their networks.

Key Achievements:

- Recovered Weapons and Ammunition: 8,815 weapons and 228,004 rounds of ammunition were recovered, including 4,332 AK-47 rifles and 1,244 locally fabricated guns.
- Oil Theft Prevention: The military prevented oil theft estimated at over N68 billion, intercepting and recovering large quantities of stolen crude oil and illegally refined petroleum products.
- Terrorist Leaders Eliminated:Over 1,000 terrorist leaders, commanders, and combatants were eliminated, including notable figures such as Dutse Mainasara Idda and Mallam Saleh Umaru.

The military's successes in 2024 point to the imminent defeat of terrorism in 2025, with troops in high spirits and prepared to escalate their operations.

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