In a significant advancement in the fight against terrorism, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) revealed over the weekend that Nigerian troops have eliminated five of the nation's most sought-after terrorist leaders in both the North West and North East regions.
The commanders who were killed—identified as Amir Dunkei, Kachalla Nagomma, Gurmu, Ali Yar Daribiyar, and Yello Dambokolo—were among those accountable for years of violence in the regions.
Major General Markus Kangye, the Director of Defence Media Operations, announced during a briefing that the mission was successful. He added that several high-profile kidnappers and gunrunners who were on security watchlists had also been apprehended.
"They include Yakubu Jubril, Abubakar Yahaya, Isiya Sani, Haruna Abdullahi Ali Abba, Mallam Aminu Idris, Mohammed Hamisu (also known as Mamiyo or Officer Mohammed), Shuaibu Bulama and Isah Abdullahi in addition to Abdullahi Mohammed. 'Among the notorious terrorists eliminated were infamous cultists Prince Justin Ishimiri and extremist leader Liamdoo Douglas Adekpe (alias Bajor),' he stated."
As reported by Kangye, operations conducted across multiple theaters in July resulted in the neutralization of numerous insurgents. Additionally, 578 suspects connected to terrorism and other violent crimes were arrested, while 134 kidnapped victims were rescued. He revealed that a terrorist commander named Ibn Ali, along with 151 fighters and their families, surrendered to the troops.
Under Operation Fasan Yamma, air and ground attacks focused on key areas in Niger, Zamfara, and Kebbi States. Concurrently, Operation Delta Safe successfully intercepted oil theft worth more than ₦1.3 billion. This operation resulted in the seizure of nearly one million liters of stolen crude oil along with hundreds of thousands of liters of refined products and led to the destruction of numerous illegal refinement sites.
In different regions, security forces also apprehended extremists, cult members, and other criminal groups. "Furthermore," Kangye emphasized, "several well-known arms traffickers and kidnappers from the troops' watch list were captured and detained for questioning."
Operations in the states of Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, Plateau, Kaduna, Benue, Kogi, Niger; as well as Enugu and Imo States; moreover Cross River State plus Taraba and Nasarawa resulted in numerous arrests and rescues along with the seizure of weapons no less vehicles not to mention explosives.
Major General Kangye emphasized the military's ongoing dedication: "Each of our operations is driven by a steadfast commitment to national security, the safety of our personnel, and adherence to our core principles. Our forces are vigilant, prepared, and determined in confronting current and future threats. We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding as we execute our mission with discipline, transparency, and integrity."
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