Two suspected terrorists on the Nigerian military watch list have been captured along with a known arms dealer, Shehu Bagiwaye.
Major General Markus Kangye, the Director of Defence Media Operations, disclosed this during a press briefing on Thursday, saying they were captured in separate operations in Sokoto and Zamfara States.
“The Nigerian military reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating terrorism and curbing illegal activities across the country, all those involved in criminal operations would be brought to justice,” he said.
General Kangye also said 75 rehabilitated former terrorists including seven adult males, 34 adult females, and 34 children were handed over to the Borno State Government. At the same time, several insurgents were neutralized in recent military operations.
“In addition to counterterrorism efforts, troops between March 10 and 20, 2025, arrested 23 suspected oil thieves and recovered stolen petroleum products worth ₦461.78 million.
“Security forces also confiscated 247,629 liters of stolen crude oil and 198,374 liters of illegally refined diesel (AGO), while 21 illegal refining sites were destroyed.
“The operations also led to the seizure of various weapons, including AK-47 rifles, locally made guns, pump-action shotguns, RPG tubes, and significant rounds of ammunition.
“Several crude oil cooking ovens, dugout pits, boats, storage tanks, and drums used in illegal refining activities were also uncovered and dismantled,” he added.
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