Over 125,000 Terrorists And Their Families Turn Themselves In To Military Forces – DHQ

Published September 11, 2024 at 2:47 PM

Over 125,000 Terrorists And Their Families Turn Themselves In To Military Forces – DHQ

Maj Gen Emeka Onumajuru, Chief of Training and Operations at Defence Headquarters, announced that 125,517 terrorists and their families have surrendered to the troops. This information was revealed on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, during a press briefing led by Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa in Abuja.

Onumajuru also reported that, in collaboration with the Borno State Government, over 60,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) have been relocated, easing the congestion in some IDP camps.

Addressing the current security situation, Onumajuru noted that the North Central and South East regions are currently stable, with the sit-at-home order effectively managed. He highlighted that a significant number of IPOB members have been neutralized.

He further explained that the crisis in Plateau State has been resolved due to successful stabilization operations. Additionally, militia activities in Benue and Nasarawa are being curtailed thanks to the efforts of deployed troops. Onumajuru emphasized that the Southwest region continues to remain peaceful.