The Nigerian Army has trained and deployed 14,000 new soldiers to enhance its counterterrorism efforts against terrorism, banditry, and other security threats in the country. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to expand military manpower, as stated by Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant-General Waidi Shaibu, during a media interaction.

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, announced that significant progress has been made in the efforts to rescue 39 pupils and seven others who were abducted in Oyo. This update highlights the ongoing operations aimed at ensuring the safe return of the victims, according to Naija News.

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has provided an update regarding the ongoing efforts to rescue 39 pupils and seven teachers who were abducted in Oyo State. Details on the progress of the rescue operations were shared, although specific outcomes were not disclosed.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) announced that rescue operations are actively underway to recover children abducted in Oyo State, Nigeria, stating that significant progress is being made in the efforts.

According to ThisDay Live, troops in Nigeria conducted 14,221 security operations over a six-month period, resulting in the elimination of 1,597 criminals and the rescue of 1,516 hostages. These operations involved coordinated land, air, and maritime missions targeting various threats including terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, and arms traffickers.

Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has credited the recent operational successes of the Nigerian Army to various factors, although specific details were not provided in the report. This statement highlights the ongoing efforts and achievements of the military in their operations.