The Nigerian military has reported the successful capture of notorious terrorist Abubakar Ibrahim, widely known as Habu Dogo, in a major anti-terrorism operation.
Dogo, infamous for his involvement in cross-border terrorism between Nigeria and Niger, was apprehended in Rumji, a village in Sokoto State’s Illela Local Government Area. This development was part of a broader offensive reported in an official update by the military’s spokesperson, Edward Buba, on Saturday.
In parallel efforts in southeastern Nigeria, the military disclosed the arrest of seven commanders and operatives associated with the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Those apprehended included key figures Dr. Nnamdi Chukwudoze and Chigozie Ezetoha (alias Chapet) in Ihiala, Anambra State, as well as several others in Abia and Imo States.
Over the past week, the military’s coordinated operations led to the arrest of 262 individuals, the elimination of 187 criminal elements, and the rescue of 147 kidnapped hostages. Additionally, they confiscated 205 weapons and an extensive cache of ammunition, including 5,241 assorted rounds.
Notable arms seized included G3 rifles, AK-47s, locally made pistols, and Dane guns, among others, alongside a significant stockpile of ammunition and military gear. The military also dismantled 49 crude oil processing ovens, dozens of boats and tanks, and over 98 illegal refining sites in a series of operations targeting oil theft. During these missions, an estimated N1.2 billion was recovered from oil thieves, with 39 suspects arrested.
This comprehensive campaign underlines the military’s ongoing commitment to combating terrorism, oil theft, and criminal activities throughout the region, marking a significant success in Nigeria’s security efforts.
