Troops conducting nationwide operations successfully freed dozens of hostages, eliminated multiple militants, seized stolen crude oil, and arrested fifteen suspects in recent counter-terrorism efforts.

Nigeria's Armed Forces are emphasizing the use of influence operations and strategic communication to combat misinformation, prevent conflict, and foster national unity.

Nigerian Armed Forces, in collaboration with other security agencies, neutralized nine terrorists, arrested 31 suspects, and rescued over 16 kidnapped victims in coordinated nationwide operations.

Nigerian Armed Forces troops have achieved significant operational successes, including the demobilization of 11 improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and the reopening of a road in Imo State that had been abandoned for three years due to insecurity.

Former Senate Leader Ali Ndume has praised President Bola Tinubu's approval of salary increases for Nigerian Armed Forces personnel, suggesting direct transfers to boost morale.

Nigeria's Chief of Defence Intelligence, Lt. Gen. Emmanuel Undiandeye, announced that the Nigerian Armed Forces, in collaboration with international partners, have significantly degraded terrorist groups.

The Armed Forces of Nigeria reported significant operational successes in the first quarter of 2026, including the arrest of 1,359 suspects, rescue of 813 kidnapped victims, and dismantling of 101 illegal refineries.

Defence Minister General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd) has assured that the Nigerian Armed Forces will maintain full command of all military operations within the country, even with the presence of US troops providing support.

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on the South East Development Commission, praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's approval of a salary increase for Nigerian Armed Forces personnel and urged troops to maintain professionalism.

A member of the House of Representatives commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for successfully rescuing 360 Boko Haram captives from the Mandara Mountains in Borno State.

A leading civic advocacy organization, Prayer and Support for the Nigerian Armed Forces and Other Security Agencies, has reaffirmed its confidence in Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu, expressing optimism over ongoing police reforms.

The Nigerian Armed Forces announced that troops rescued 376 kidnap victims and arrested 226 terror suspects during nationwide operations in February 2026.