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Army kills over 189 bandits, terrorists in two weeks

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October 28, 2021

Over 189 bandits and terrorists were killed by troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria across the various states in the North between October 15 and 28, 2021.

A breakdown of the figure shows that more than 118 terrorists were killed while over 71 bandits were neutralised by the military at different operations during the said period.

Also, within this period, no fewer than 50 bandits were arrested, while 27 kidnapped victims were rescued.

Addressing journalists during a briefing on military operations in the last two weeks on Thursday in Abuja, the acting Director, Defence Media Operations, Benard Onyeuko, also disclosed that a total of 1,199 terrorists and their families, comprising 114 adult males, 312 adult females and 773 children surrendered to troops.

He had at the last briefing said a total of 13243 terrorists had surrendered, this brings the total number of surrendered terrorists to 14,442.

Onyeuko said, “In the course of the operations within the period, a total of 38 terrorist elements were neutralized, including the ISWAP’s new leader, Bako. Also, a total of 11 criminal elements including terrorists and their informants and their logistics suppliers were arrested in the course of these operations.

“Significantly, on 20 October 2021, the Air Component scored another devastating hit on BHT/ISWAP terrorist elements at Malam Fatori on the fringes of Lake Chad.

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“This feat was achieved on the heels of credible intelligence reports and after a series of aerial surveillance, which confirmed the convergence of terrorist elements in 20 boats at the location.

“Consequently, airstrikes were executed on the target with various NAF platforms, which led to the destruction of the boats and neutralization of scores of the terrorists, while few of them fled in disarray with varying degrees of wounds.

“Similarly, on 21 October 2021, following a report of ISWAP elements’ attack on troops at Katarko area in Yobe State, the Air Component engaged the terrorists in successive airstrikes and neutralized scores of them.

“Additionally, a total of 29 assorted weapons, 166 rounds of assorted ammunition, among other items were recovered. Others are; 2 gun trucks and 622 bags of fertilizer, used for the production of IEDs; while 5 kidnapped civilians were rescued.

“Some of these feats were recorded at; Dar, Kumshe, Wulgo, Chabbol and Kijmatari villages in Borno State as well as locations along Ngala – Wulgo and Nguru – Kano roads. Other locations were; Dikwa and Mafa villages as well as Ngama village in Yobe State.

“Furthermore, between 15 and 28 October 2021, a total of 1,199 terrorists and their families, comprising 114 adult males, 312 adult females, and 773 children, surrendered to troops at different locations in the North East.

“Also, no fewer than 12 armed bandits were neutralized, 11 AK-47 rifles, 64 rounds of ammunition, 24 livestock among other items were recovered in the course of these operations.

“Additionally, Nigerian Air Force helicopter gunships neutralized no fewer than 50 armed bandits at Saulawa – Farin Ruwa axis in Birnin Gwari LGA of Kaduna State.

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First Lady Clashes with Governor Adeleke as Videos Go Viral in Ile-Ife

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December 8, 2025

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First Lady Clashes with Governor Adeleke as Videos Go Viral in Ile-Ife

First Lady Senator Remi Tinubu reportedly clashed with Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on Sunday in Ile-Ife, during the 10th coronation anniversary of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, where she was honored with the chieftaincy title of Yeye-Asiwaju of Ile Oodua.

The event attracted several dignitaries from across Nigeria, including former President Olusegun Obasanjo, incumbent and former governors, senators, and traditional rulers.

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During Governor Adeleke’s speech, he broke into dance and song in his signature style. The First Lady approached him, telling him, “I’m giving you five minutes to finish your speech. The music is enough.” Adeleke continued, prompting Mrs. Tinubu to return and warn, “I will turn off the microphone. Stop the music.”

The brief confrontation was captured on video and has since gone viral on social media, drawing widespread attention.

Governor Adeleke, who recently resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) citing internal party crises in a letter dated November 4, 2025, is reportedly exploring a new political platform for his 2026 re-election bid. Meanwhile, Adedamola Adebayo was announced as the PDP candidate for the upcoming Osun governorship election on December 2, 2025.

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Nigeria’s Detained Whistleblower Recognised Globally for Exposing Police Corruption

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December 8, 2025

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Nigeria’s Detained Whistleblower Recognised Globally for Exposing Police Corruption

Nnamdi Emeh, an Anambra prison inmate, has been awarded the 2025 International Whistleblowing Prize for exposing corruption and human rights abuses, even as he remains in detention despite being granted bail.

The recognition was announced on December 3, 2025, by Blueprint for Free Speech during the eighth edition of its global whistleblowing awards. The group said Emeh’s case underscores the grave risks faced by whistleblowers worldwide, including imprisonment, retaliation, and threats to personal safety.

Emeh has spent nearly three years in custody. Although a court approved his bail, delays and alleged procedural obstruction have kept him behind bars.

His ordeal began after allegations surfaced in February 2023 on a popular blog, linking Anambra police officer Patrick Agbazue to kidnappings, extortion, killings, and alleged organ harvesting. When Emeh’s identity as the whistleblower was leaked, he fled to Benin Republic but was arrested under an Interpol red notice and returned to Nigeria.

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He now faces multiple charges, including money laundering, defamation, and hacking.

Emeh’s lawyer, Justus Ijeomah, accused the police and court officials of repeatedly frustrating efforts to perfect his bail. His father, Prof. Ikechukwu Emeh, described the situation as traumatic, revealing that even after meeting bail conditions in May 2024 and securing a signed court release order, a police prosecutor blocked the process.

Civil society groups have condemned his continued incarceration.
Okechukwu Nwanguma, Executive Director of the Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre, said the police have treated Emeh as an enemy rather than a whistleblower. He accused authorities of using trumped-up charges, manipulating court processes, shuffling Emeh across detention centres, and disobeying court orders.

He argued that keeping Emeh in custody despite fulfilling bail conditions amounts to an attempt to silence him and shield those implicated in the scandal.

Suelette Dreyfus, Executive Director of Blueprint for Free Speech, called for Emeh’s immediate release in compliance with existing court orders. She urged Nigerian authorities to investigate threats to his life and guarantee his safety both in custody and after his eventual release.

Emeh is expected to appear in court on Tuesday to continue hearings on the outstanding charges, which include fraud, impersonation, and defamation.

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Operation Whirl Stroke: Soldiers smash robbery gang, free abducted commuters in Taraba

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December 8, 2025

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Operation Whirl Stroke: Soldiers smash robbery gang, free abducted commuters in Taraba

Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 under Operation Whirl Stroke have successfully thwarted a robbery attempt, rescued abducted travellers, and recovered illegal weapons in a series of coordinated missions across Taraba State.

Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, disclosed in Jalingo that the operations were executed between 6 and 7 December 2025 in Manya, Kufai Amadu, and Garin Sambo in Takum Local Government Area.

According to him, troops stationed at Manya responded swiftly to a distress call after armed robbers blocked the Manya–Takum Road and began dispossessing commuters. A rapid clearance operation forced the criminals to abandon their weapons and flee.

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Recovered items included one AK-47 rifle, an AK-47 magazine, and three rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.

In another operation on 7 December, troops at Kufai Amadu rescued two kidnapped travellers who were abducted in Amadu Town while journeying from Bauchi State to Baissa in Kurmi Local Government Area. The victims, identified as Yusuf Musa and Muhammed Umar, were attacked after stopping to ask for directions but later escaped during a search-and-rescue mission.

Efforts are ongoing to locate the remaining abducted victims, Musa Danji and Yusuf, as troops intensify forest combing and suspect tracking.

Lieutenant Umar added that on 6 December, soldiers acting on intelligence raided Garin Sambo in Tau Village, Ardo Kola LGA, recovering two pump-action rifles, 13 cartridges, two motorcycles, and four mobile phones. Two suspects, Baba Wura Sambo and Mallam Adamu Darda, were arrested and are currently under investigation.