Hideout dismantled Weapons, bikes seized Army vows more actio Nigerian troops have raided a bandit camp in Taraba State, recovering a large cache of weapons and disrupting criminal activities in the area. In a detailed update monitored by Eko Hot Blog, the operation was carried out by joint forces who acted on credible intelligence about … Read more
158 cattle recovered across Borno, Zamfara, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Plateau states. A family member of an ISWAP terrorist surrendered in Borno. Military intensifies operations to reclaim territories and assets. The Nigerian Army has intensified its operations against terrorist groups, recovering 158 cattle and securing the surrender of an ISWAP family member in coordinated actions across … Read more
FG spent N1.4bn on rehabilitating terrorists and secret trials. Over 325 terrorists were convicted, some receiving life imprisonment sentences. Experts criticize secret trials, questioning transparency and procedural fairness. The Federal Government has spent approximately N1.4bn on rehabilitating repentant terrorists and establishing centers for terrorism trials in the last year and a half. This is part … Read more
The Federal Government has ramped up efforts to combat the Lakurawa sect by deploying additional military personnel, establishing new formations, and bolstering security measures in affected states, particularly in Sokoto, Kebbi, Niger, and Kaduna. This decision follows the sect’s expansion from Sokoto and Kebbi in the North-West to Niger and Kaduna in the North-Central … Read more
The military has uncovered an intensified recruitment drive by terrorist groups, particularly ISWAP, using social media channels. In response, military forces have pledged to maintain their offensive operations to eliminate these threats, according to Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, in a statement on Saturday. Buba highlighted that recent air and ground … Read more
The Imo State Police Command announced on Wednesday that it successfully thwarted an attempted attack by suspected members of the Eastern Security Network (ESN), an affiliate of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), resulting in the death of one assailant. State Police Public Relations Officer Henry Okoye shared the details with journalists, showcasing the deceased … Read more
MNJTF troops neutralized three Boko Haram terrorists in separate operations in Cameroon. The operations resulted in the recovery of weapons and ammunition. Local community support has been crucial in the success of the MNJTF’s efforts against terrorism. EKO HOT BLOG reports that troops of Sector 1, Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), have successfully neutralized three Boko … Read more
Nigerian Army conducts successful operations in Zamfara and Katsina states, neutralizing 11 terrorists. Raid on terrorist kingpin hideouts results in the elimination of a significant threat posed by militants. Troops recover arms and ammunition, destroy terrorists’ camps, and deal a blow to terrorist networks in the region. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in separate operations conducted … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has tasked the United Nations to be more practical in supporting Nigeria in the fight against terrorism, displacement of people, and rising poverty. In a statement on Friday by the presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelae, President Buhari stated this in an audience with the Under-Secretary-General of the United … Read more
Troops of the 21 Armored Brigade have recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from ISWAP insurgents in Sambisa forest. The troops discovered the massive arsenal on May 13, 2023, during their ongoing counter-terrorism operation, Desert Sanity II. Several weapons were recovered, including rocket-propelled grenade tubes, SMG rifles, and canister bombs. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
Buratai, credits media operations as a critical strategy in defeating Boko Haram’s propaganda and instilling hope in Nigerians. Buratai stated that before his appointment, Boko Haram’s powerful propaganda machinery demoralized Nigerians, causing a sense of defeat. He congratulated Jibrin Ndace for supporting counter-terrorism and insurgency efforts. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former Chief of … Read more
President Buhari has appointed Garba Baba Umar, a retiring Assistant Inspector General of Police, as Senior Security Adviser on International Police Cooperation and Counter-terrorism. The appointment is to allow him to complete his tenure as an Executive Member of the International Police Organization (INTERPOL). AIG Umar’s new appointment takes effect from May 16th, 2023. EKO … Read more