Nigerian Army Reports Gains in Nationwide Operations

The latest Nigerian Army operations update highlights a series of coordinated efforts aimed at disrupting criminal networks, intercepting supplies, and protecting civilians across the country.

According to the Nigerian Army, these actions took place within a 24-hour window and were driven by intelligence-led planning.

In Borno State, troops from 192 Battalion reportedly carried out an ambush in Kuranabassa Village, Gwoza Local Government Area.

The Nigerian Army operations update indicates that:

• Suspected ISWAP/JAS elements were engaged
• Weapons and ammunition were recovered
• Additional items linked to operations were seized

Recovered materials included:

• One AK-47 rifle
• One magazine with 12 rounds of ammunition
• Rifle components and related equipment

In a separate operation, troops from 27 Task Force Brigade, working alongside the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), intercepted vehicles suspected of transporting supplies.

According to the Nigerian Army operations update:

• Three vehicles were stopped along the Yunusari–Bukarti–Kalawa/Gamari axis
• Five suspects were arrested
• Logistics materials were recovered

Items reportedly seized included:

• Solar panels
• Water pumping equipment
• Building materials
• Mobile phones and cash

Along the Obajana–Kabba Road, troops from 12 Brigade conducted a checkpoint operation.

The Nigerian Army operations update reports that:

• Two suspected couriers were detained
• 314 rounds of ammunition were recovered
• Three magazines and communication devices were seized

In Katsina State, troops from 17 Brigade carried out clearance operations across multiple locations, including Musawa and Matazu Local Government Areas.

During the Nigerian Army operations update, it was noted that:

• Several hideouts were identified
• Structures used for planning were destroyed
• Operational bases were dismantled

Affected areas included villages such as Gidan Mai-Gona, Gidan Dangodo, and others.

In Plateau State, forces under Operation Enduring Peace reportedly rescued 12 civilians.

The victims were:

• Safely evacuated
• Provided with immediate medical attention

This aspect of the Nigerian Army operations update underscores efforts focused not just on engagement, but also on protection.

Operations extended into other regions as well.

In Rivers State:

• Troops recovered approximately 3,250 liters of suspected illegally refined petroleum products

In Taraba State:

• Troops from 114 Battalion arrested nine suspected informants
• Known hideouts linked to criminal activities were destroyed