Monday, June 15, 2026

Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja

June 5, 2026

Troops killed scores of terrorists, rescued victims nationwide in one week: DHQ

Mr Onoja said the operations significantly degraded criminal capabilities.

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Abuja
May 26, 2026

Oyo Abduction: DHQ deploys troops, aerial surveillance

He said ongoing operations had already generated actionable intelligence.

Olatubosun Oluyede
May 23, 2026

Troops killed several terrorists, nabbed 40 suspects, rescued nine nationwide: DHQ

The defence spokesman said troops also recovered several arms and ammunition, including AK-47 rifles, G3 rifles, machine guns, and other combat equipment.

Nierian Troops
April 25, 2026

Troops killed 31 terrorists, rescued captives in week-long nationwide operations: DHQ

Mr Onoja said the CDS commended the troops for their resilience and professionalism.

March 21, 2026

Troops foil complex drone-assisted attacks, eliminate North-East terrorist commanders

Mr Onoja added that anti-drug operations resulted in the arrest of several suspects and recovery of illicit substances.

Troops
March 14, 2026

Military killed 30 terrorists, rescued victims in one week: DHQ

Mr Onoja said that the troops of Operation HADIN KAI successfully curtailed terrorists’ movements and disrupted key supply lines across Yobe, Borno, and Adamawa states.

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January 30, 2026

Troops destroyed 53 illegal refineries, nabbed 81 suspected oil thieves in January: DHQ

Mr Onoja said the troops responded to multiple distress calls linked to sea piracy, illegal refining and other criminal activities.

Nigerian Troops
January 30, 2026

Troops killed ISWAP commander Qaid, scores of terrorists; rescued 230 kidnap victims in January: DHQ

Mr Onoja reaffirmed the military’s commitment to sustaining pressure on terrorists and criminal elements.

terrorists
January 23, 2026

Kaduna: Military vows safe rescue of abducted Kurmin Wali residents 

According to him, the military is fully aware of the anxiety faced by the families of the victims.

Nigerian Troops
January 21, 2026

Troops dislodge criminals at Adibawa oil well, plan permanent surveillance

The Adibawa oil well head located in the creek on the boundary between Rivers and Bayelsa states is said to be one of the biggest in the region.

Troops/Adibawa oil well