The Nigerian Military has rescued 1,023 kidnapped victims and recovered 189 AK-47 weapons and 4,338 rounds of ammunition throughout numerous operations within the Northwest in 2025.
The Basic Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division, Sokoto, Maj.-Gen. Ibikunle Ajose, disclosed this on the presentation of awards as a part of the closing ceremony of West African Social Actions (WASA) on Wednesday in Sokoto.
Ajose stated the successes have been recorded by the Sector 2 Joint Job Drive North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) within the combat towards terrorism and banditry within the area.
“Inside the 12 months ending, troops have efficiently rescued 1,023 kidnapped victims and recovered 189 AK-47 rifles and 4,338 rounds of ammunition.
”Others included seizure of 305 bikes utilized by bandits, restoration of 4,123 stolen livestock and neutralisation of a number of high-profile bandit leaders,” Ajose stated.
Ajose stated the efforts have restored safety and financial confidence within the area, enabling farmers and residents to renew their every day actions with out concern.
The GOC attributed the successes to the unwavering dedication of personnel of the Division and the strategic management of the Chief of Military Workers (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu.
Ajose additionally highlighted the Division’s give attention to bettering troop welfare, together with upgrades of medical services and lodging.
He famous that the initiatives have been instrumental in sustaining morale and operational effectiveness.
He expressed gratitude to the COAS for his assist and pledged to consolidate on the 12 months’s achievements in alignment with the COAS’s command philosophy.
The GOC defined that the WASA celebration was marked because the end result of a 12 months of outstanding operational triumphs towards banditry.
He stated that the occasion additionally demonstrated the Division’s wealthy cultural variety and served as a platform to honour the bravery and dedication of troops in safeguarding communities throughout the area.
”Because the 12 months concluded, the 8 Division reaffirmed its resolve to construct on these successes, making certain a safer and safer northwest area for all residents,” Ajose stated.
Additionally talking, retired Col. Ahmed Usman, the Particular Adviser on Safety to Gov. Ahmad Aliyu of Sokoto, praised the Nigerian Military’s dedication to nationwide safety.
Usman, who described WASA as a historic image of unity, self-discipline, and cultural delight, reaffirmed the state authorities’s continued partnership with the army to foster peace and prosperity.
The adviser who represented the governor additionally lauded the newly appointed COAS for his exemplary management. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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