The Military troops recovered 76,610 litres of stolen crude oil and 8,425 litres of illegally refined AGO in one week.
Major General Markus Kangye, Director Defence Media Operations in a press syatement added that troops discovered and destroyed 11 crude oil cooking ovens, 32 dugout pits, 8 boats, 14 storage tanks, 16 drums, and 10 illegal refining sites.
Troops of Operation DELTA SAFE foiled oil theft worth over Eighty Three Million Seven Hundred and Twenty Two Thousand Four Hundred and Twenty Five Naira (N83,722,425.00) only. The breakdown indicates:
Other items recovered include outbound engines, pipes, pumping machines, drilling machines, horses, tricycles, motorcycles, mobile phones, and 3 vehicles.
He added that troops recovered large quantities of various arms, such as automatic weapons, RPG tubes, machine guns, locally fabricated guns, and some quantities of improvised explosive devices making materials. Also, some cache of live cartridges and assorted ammunition were recovered.
In line with our steadfast dedication to safeguarding national security and upholding the sovereignty of our beloved Nigeria, the Armed Forces of Nigeria persist in executing meticulously planned strategic operations that effectively neutralize potential threats and uphold peace within our borders.
It is imperative to emphasize that our primary objective is to ensure the safety and well-being of every Nigerian citizen, as well as to maintain the sanctity of their properties. By strictly adhering to the rule of law, we aim to create a harmonious society where justice prevails, every individual's rights are respected.
Moreover, our unwavering commitment extends to fostering a climate of safety and security that transcends all regions of our diverse nation.
Through proactive measures and vigilant monitoring, troops strive to create an environment where every Nigerian can thrive without fear or apprehension.
JOINT TASK FORCE NORTH EAST OPERATION HADIN KAI
4. During the week, troops of Operation HADIN KAI recorded the following successes:
a. Surrender of ISWAP/JAS Terrorists. From 20 - 26 June 2025, scores of terrorists comprising adult males and females as well as children surrendered to troops as operational tempo heightened up during the week.
b. Offensive Operations. Between 20 - 25 June 2025, troops, in conjunction with security agencies and hybrid forces, conducted offensive operations in Balge, Gwoza, Kukawa, Dambo, Konduga and Chibok LGAs of Borno State. During the operations, some terrorists were eliminated, while 3 kidnapped victims were rescued. The troops also recovered arms and ammunition as well as motorcycles, vehicles and food stuff amongst others. Terrorists’ camp and equipment were burnt insitu.
c. Arrest of Terrorist Collaborators. Troops arrested 11 terrorists logistics suppliers and collaborators during well-coordinated operations conducted in Ngazai, Konduga, Dikwa and Maiduguri Metropolitan Council of Borno State as well as Gujba and Geidam LGAs of Yobe State from 21 – 26 June 2025. Amongst the items recovered them were vehicle, motorcycle, mobile phones and bicycles.
d. Terrorists Activities. Troops responded to information about terrorists’ activities in Dikwa, Balge, Chibok and Ngazai of Borno State from 22 - 26 June 2025. During the encounters, troops killed some terrorists and rescued 2 kidnapped victims. Some weapons and ammunitions were recovered from them.
JOINT TASK FORCE NORTH WEST OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA
5. Troops of Operation FASAN YAMMA recorded the following within the period under review:
a. Offensive Operations. Between 21 - 26 June 2025, troops made contact with terrorists during fighting patrols conducted in Talata Mafara, Tsafe, Shinkafi LGAs of Zamfara State as well as Kankara and Kurfi LGAs of Katsina State. They also conducted operation in Tangaza, Binji and Kaduna North LGAs of Sokoto and Kaduna State respectively. During the encounters, some terrorists were killed, while weapons, assorted ammunition and motorcycles, were recovered from them.
b. Terrorists Activities. Troops responded to information about terrorists’ activities in Silame, Sabon Birni and Kware LGAs of Sokoto State as well as Zuru, Danko-Wasagu LGAs of Kebbi State. Our gallant troops also conducted operations in Shinkafi, Kankara and Matazu LGAs of Katsina State as well as Mariga LGA of Niger State. During the encounters, troops killed some terrorists and arrested 2 of them, while weapon and ammunitions as well as Unexploded Ordnance where recovered.
c. Arrest. From 20 -24 June 2025, troops acting on a tip-off arrested 5 suspected terrorists in Faskari and Malumfashi LGAs of Katsina State as well as Bungudu LGA of Zamfara State.
JOINT TASK FORCE NORTH CENTRAL OPERATION SAFE HAVEN
6. During the period under review, troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN conducted the following operations:
a. Offensive Operations. From 21 -24 June 2025, troops while conducting offensive operations, made contact with extremists in Riyom, Bokkos and Jos South LGAs of Plateau State as well as Karu LGA Kaduna State. During the encounters, our gallant troops killed some extremists, arrested 4 and rescued 3 kidnapped victims. Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from them.
b. Arrest. Between 20 - 22 June 2025, troops acting on a tip-off raided and arrested 3 suspected violent extremists in Riyom and Mangu LGAs of Plateau State.
c. Counter/Anti Kidnapping and Criminality Operations. Troops, while on anti-kidnapping and anti-criminality operations, responded to credible intelligence about criminal activities in Jos North, Bassa, Barkin Lady, Bokkos and QuaÁn Pan LGAs of Plateau State as well as Kauru LGA of Kaduna State between 21 - 26
June 2025. During the operations, some extremists were killed, arrested 33 of them, while 2 kidnapped victims were rescued. Some arms and ammunition as well as motorcycles and livestock were also recovered from them.
JOINT TASK FORCE NORTH CENTRAL OPERATION WHIRL STROKE
7. Troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE recorded the following during the period under review;
a. Offensive Operations. Between 20 - 26 June 2025, troops while conducting offensive operation, made contact with extremists in Lau, Takum and Wukari LGAs of Taraba State as well as Karu and Lafia LGAs of Nasarawa State. During the encounters, troops killed some extremists, arrest 9 of them, while 6 kidnapped victims were rescued. Weapons and ammunition as well as vehicles and motorcycles were recovered from them.
b. Terrorists Activities and Counter/Anti Kidnapping and Criminality Operations. Troops while on anti-kidnapping and anti-criminality operations, responded to information about criminal activities in Guma, Makurdi and Gwer West LGAs of Benue State as well as Karim Lamido and Yagba West LGAs of Taraba and Kogi State respectively. During the encounters, they eliminated some extremist, arrested 3 and rescued 4 kidnapped hostages.
c. Arrest. Similarly, troops acted on a tip-off and arrested 11 extremists/kidnappers in Esan South East and Orhionwon LGAs of Edo States as well as Keffi and Patigi LGAs of Nasarawa and Kwara States respectively. They also conducted operations in Suleija LGA of Niger State between 21 - 25 June 2025. During the operations, they rescued 7 kidnapped victims and recovered arms, ammunition, vehicles, motorcycles and mobile phones from them.
JOINT TASK FORCE SOUTH-SOUTH OPERATION DELTA SAFE
8. Troops of Operation DELTA SAFE sustained operational tempo against crude oil thieves and other criminals in the Niger Delta during the week under review:
a. Destruction of Illegal Refining Sites. Troops recovered 76,610 litres of stolen crude oil and 8,425 litres of illegally refined AGO. Additionally, they discovered and destroyed 11 crude oil cooking ovens, 32 dugout pits, 8 boats, 14 storage tanks, 16 drums, and 10 illegal refining sites. Other items recovered include outbound engines, pipes, pumping machines, drilling machines, horses, tricycles, motorcycles, mobile phones, and 3 vehicles. Furthermore, 46 oil thieves and other criminals were arrested while assorted arms and ammunition were also recovered.
b. Offensive Operations. On 18 June 2025, troops while conducting offensive operation, arrested 15 criminals in Yenagoa LGA of Bayelsa State.
c. Counter/Anti Kidnapping and Criminality Operations. 23 June 2025, troops, while on anti-kidnapping and anti-criminality operations, encountered cultists heavily armed attacking some security agencies in Ahoada East LGA of Rivers State. During the encounter, they arrested 2 of the criminals and recovered arms and ammunition.
d. Arrest. Similarly, on 20 June 2025 troops, acting on a tip-off arrested a suspect identified as Frank May with firearms in Warri South LGA of Delta State.
JOINT TASK FORCE SOUTH EAST OPERATION UDO KA
9. Troops of Operation UDO KA have sustained offensive operations during the period under review:
a. Offensive Operations. On 18 June 2025, troops while conducting offensive operation, raided a terrorist’s location in Okigwe LGA of Imo State and arrested an injured terrorists receiving treatment. During the raid, some hospital equipment, weapons, ammunition, IEDs and handheld radios were recovered, while the camp was burnt down insitu.
b. Arrest. Similarly, in Ihiala LGA of Anambra State, arrested 3 terrorist accomplices on 21 and 24 June 2025.
c. Counter/Anti Kidnapping and Criminality Operations. On 20 June 2025, troops, while on anti-kidnapping and anti-criminality operations, responded to information about a car snatcher in Osisioma LGA of Abia State and arrested him.
The Nigerian Armed Forces remain steadfast in their commitment to protecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the nation. This operation underscores our dedication to restoring peace, ensuring the safety of all citizens, and dismantling threats to national security.
"We commend the bravery and professionalism of our personnel and urge all Nigerians to continue cooperating with security agencies. Together, we will achieve lasting peace and stability across the country." he stated