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Operation Whirl Stroke Neutralises Notorious Gang Blocking Ukum Junction, Foils Ambush in Benue

By Queen Madaki | The Bureau News

Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have intensified security operations ahead of the festive season, successfully dismantling a criminal gang notorious for ambushing travellers in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State.

The joint mission, carried out on 11 December 2025, involved OPWS operatives, the Nigeria Police Zaki-Biam Division, and the Benue State Community Protection Guard. Acting on credible intelligence, troops moved swiftly to confront criminals who had mounted an illegal roadblock along the Aturuku–Wembe–Ayati axis, an area that has recorded multiple attacks on unsuspecting commuters.

Military sources confirmed that the armed group opened fire upon contact but were overpowered in a decisive engagement. Three members of the syndicate were neutralised, while others escaped with gunshot wounds into nearby bushes. Two motorcycles used by the criminals were recovered at the scene.

Local community members later identified the deceased as individuals linked to recurring kidnapping incidents around the Zaki-Biam yam market and other parts of Ukum LGA. Early intelligence also connects the group to a bandit kingpin operating within the Shitile axis of Katsina-Ala.

The operation is part of an increased tempo of security activities designed to guarantee a peaceful yuletide season for residents across the Joint Operations Area.

Reacting to the development, the Force Commander of OPWS, Major General Moses Gara, commended the synergy among all security components involved in the operation. He praised the professionalism and courage of the troops and encouraged them to sustain momentum through intelligence-led missions and increased presence in high-risk communities.

Below is the full statement issued by the Nigerian Army:



Major General Gara assured communities across Benue that Operation Whirl Stroke remains committed to restoring stability, protecting lives, and providing uninterrupted security coverage as the festive season approaches.

Source: The Bureau News

Why blurring their faces na.
The condemned remains condemned

Good one to the NA
But abeg make e no be gateman or nama sellers

God1000:

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Short and simple
He doesn't like much stress

You're welcome sir

SlavaUkraini:
https://www.thecable.ng/ecowas-to-halt-air-ticket-taxes-from-january-to-cut-airfares/

Will it bring back the seized military plane

Putindbutt:
It will not be well with anybody that asks you to stop crying. This is what we are here for, to see you people wailing till you grow old.

But he's not wrong na
Tomorrow you'll still hear of another kidnapping... Which ppl na

AqualinaXYZ:
Which position Tinubu hold



E get who creat content more than him?



Useless man

Hahahaha angry Nigerian

Glimpsetv:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bsLr4Wl6PA?si=QVz_-eIysWsViuGz

As people no dey hear word
Make we kuku dey our dey

DyshApp:
Nigerian singer, Daniel Etiese Benson widely known as BNXN, has opened up about the emotional challenges he faces when it comes to love, especially in Lagos.

The “Finesse” hitmaker shared his frustrations on his X (formerly Twitter) account, expressing how difficult relationships have been for him.

In his words, he said: “To find love for Eko too hard for me o.”

His post immediately sparked reactions, as fans recalled the controversies surrounding his past relationships. Many still remember his situation with alleged Swedish ex-girlfriend, Filma Jones, in 2022.

The relationship dominated social media after Jones accused him of impregnating and abandoning her. She went as far as leaking his nude photos online to prove their intimacy.

BNXN later admitted that the incident caused him emotional heartbreak, revealing it was the first time he experienced such pain.

He also shared another disturbing experience involving a different woman who attempted to blackmail him with a fake pregnancy after a one-night stand.

These experiences explain why love has not come easy for the singer, especially in a fast-paced city like Lagos.

Following his recent post, fans flooded his timeline with messages of support, jokes, and advice. Many sympathized with him, while others claimed that dating in Lagos is a struggle for everyone, not just celebrities.

Before nko
Everybody rich for Instagram

dominique:
Congrats VO45, more wins! Hope he doesn't move to any big European club yet.

You, if Real Madrid invites you, you no go go?

U

Orlandoo:
Please don't abandone us America. We are surrounded by killers and our leaders don't care.

Abeg ooo they should come quickly
We're handicapped

Kalashnikov49:
My take:


Who sent the plane to Burkina Faso.
A C130 is a Transport plane. What was the essence of the trip.? What equipment was it carrying?
Portugal has refuted the lie of the Army claiming they were coming for a visit.


The fact that the Army came and told lies means explicitly that the SECURITY apparatus of the country is totally compromised.

Burkina Faso is a member of West African Nations that are against ECOWAS and have already threatened to bring down any rescue JET that is foreign to their airspace.

Will they now use propaganda to cover this obvious void in the chain of command in the armed forces?

Burkina Faso is totally ready for anything.

Now it's obvious that FRANCE has the ballz of TINUBU in their hands.

Anything France says, TINUBU does.

Awon Sophisticated strategist....come and talk.

Nonsense.

That's very good news.
The plane should remain there until it turns to scrap


Useless nig govt

Hezzyluv:
No sir. I blend with them to the extent, some even think I'm an Hausa man.

Lolz true

Hezzyluv:
Maybe this will make all hands on deck in order to stop the lingering insecurity.

Normal normal, if country security dey okay, no need for VIP's to dey carry policemen up n down.

But again, Gumi said Nigeria army are no match to these rag-tag kola nut chewing beasts. 🤔 🤔

The way you describe them as rag-tag kola nut, shows you have stayed in the core North

Am I lying?

Akinpedia:
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These demands emerge from widespread protests, stakeholder forums, and policy analyses highlighting systemic failures in security, fiscal mismanagement, and democratic erosion, as documented in reports from ThisDayLive and The Nation. By committing to these action-oriented reforms, candidates can restore public trust and chart a path toward sustainable prosperity.​

Nigerians must hold aspiring leaders to these standards, ensuring promises translate into measurable policies that unlock the nation's potential.

Electoral and Constitutional Reform for Credible Elections

Transfer the authority to make appointment decisions, such as selecting the INEC chair, to an independent and non-partisan selection committee. Additionally, enhance and reinforce INEC’s institutional independence through comprehensive measures aimed at rebuilding and restoring public trust in the electoral commission’s impartiality and effectiveness.

Amend the Electoral Act and the constitution to explicitly mandate the use of electronic results transmission for all elections, significantly accelerate the timelines for both pre-election and post-election petitions to ensure swift resolution of disputes, enable voting rights for citizens living in the diaspora, allow for independent candidacy without party affiliation, and implement measures to reduce barriers that currently limit the active participation of youth and women in the electoral process.​

Security Sector Strategy and Accountability

Commit to a comprehensive national security strategy that includes clearly defined, measurable timelines aimed at significantly reducing incidents of terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and communal violence. This strategy should also incorporate specific civilian protection metrics that are tailored to assess and improve security conditions within individual states and localities, ensuring that efforts are both targeted and effective in safeguarding communities across the nation.

Enhance and strengthen the oversight and accountability mechanisms of security agencies by implementing comprehensive measures such as regular and transparent public reporting of their operations, activities, and detailed budgets. Additionally, establish and support community-based early-warning systems and response mechanisms that actively involve local populations in monitoring and addressing potential security threats in a timely and effective manner.

Anti‑Corruption Reform and Institutional Independence

Ensure and guarantee full operational and financial independence for anti‑corruption agencies such as the EFCC and ICPC, enabling them to function without external influence or interference. Additionally, fully implement comprehensive beneficial‑ownership registries along with mandatory public asset declarations for all senior officials to promote transparency and accountability throughout the government.

Accelerate the implementation of comprehensive legal reforms aimed at significantly enhancing the prosecution processes for cases involving grand corruption. These reforms should also include robust measures to provide strong protection and support for whistleblowers who expose corrupt practices. Additionally, it is essential to improve and strengthen the coordination and collaboration between financial intelligence units and prosecuting agencies to ensure more effective investigation and prosecution of corruption-related offenses.

Economic Relief, Transparent Fiscal Policy, and Social Safety Nets

End regressive subsidies that disproportionately benefit higher-income groups and replace them with carefully designed, targeted cash transfer programs along with transparent, means-tested social safety nets. These measures will effectively protect the most vulnerable and poorest populations while simultaneously restoring much-needed fiscal space for sustainable economic management.

Publish open budgets and actively strengthen fiscal transparency initiatives, including comprehensive participatory budget processes, to significantly reduce financial leakages and effectively restore and enhance citizen confidence in public financial management systems.​

Jobs, Youth Inclusion and Skills Development

Implement a comprehensive national employment and skills-acceleration plan that strategically connects public investment, expanded apprenticeship programs, and targeted private-sector incentives. This integrated approach aims to generate sustainable and meaningful job opportunities specifically designed for youth and individuals returning from conflict-affected areas, ensuring long-term economic stability and social reintegration.

Reform the hiring and procurement processes to specifically prioritize youth-owned small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), ensuring that these businesses receive greater opportunities and support. In addition, establish clear and measurable targets for increasing female and youth employment within all federal and state programs, creating accountable benchmarks to track progress and promote inclusive economic growth.

Access to Justice and Judicial Independence

Safeguard the independence of the judiciary by firmly insulating judicial appointments and disciplinary processes from any form of political interference, influence, or pressure. Additionally, ensure that courts receive adequate, consistent, and transparent funding to enable them to function effectively and uphold justice without bias or external control. This comprehensive approach helps maintain public trust and the integrity of the judicial system.

Strengthen the provision of legal aid services to ensure wider access to justice for all individuals, especially those from marginalized communities. Implement measures to fast-track the resolution of court backlogs, with a particular focus on electoral disputes and human rights cases, to uphold fairness and accountability. Additionally, enforce strict timelines for the adjudication of corruption charges and security-related prosecutions, ensuring that these critical matters are addressed promptly and effectively to maintain public trust in the justice system.

Open Government, Transparency and Anti‑Illicit Financial Flows

Commit to adopting OGP-style open government commitments, including key areas such as open budgets, transparent public procurement processes, and comprehensive beneficial ownership disclosure. Additionally, establish clear and realistic timelines to ensure the full and effective implementation of these commitments, promoting greater accountability and transparency in government operations over time.

Implement more robust and comprehensive controls on illicit financial flows, enhance and tighten anti-money laundering and counter-financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) measures significantly, and establish a system of automatic, transparent public reporting on progress. These steps are crucial to effectively move Nigeria off international grey lists and improve its global financial reputation.

Ai protest no fit solve our problem

firstbornson:
May the best digger win. Why complain now as a woman?

Amen ooooo
Their wahala too much
This gender sef.

There's no day I won't wake up to see cho cho cho for mouth from this gender...

Chineke help us oo

Putindbutt:
They hide under a company name and skeletal trading activities as a cover for white powder business.

Emilokan should be shivering by now

helinues:
Are they going to request for id verification when registering for social media accounts?

Naija need BVN, NIN, Voter's Card to enforce this ban.

BTW see how easy this people dey solve issues.
We go pass bill for years

[quote author= post=137737568]What Exactly Is Happening Inside This Benue?

Mr Blogger, Reporting This Bad Terrible News.[/quote]So person no fit wake up read good news...

Na so so one bad news or the other

Goo0dHardDick:
The last photo, the white dude looks gay

And na your problem be that

lordm:
Acting. Religion is becoming something else in Africa.

Yoruba people dey follow cause wahala for this country 😔

motymop:
The house was not his property but the wife's own

No bank will take your property without doing due diligence on the property.

He should cry for not applying the Hakimi theory

Orkpekyandega:
Benue State Governor, Rev.Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia earlier in the day received a Delegation from the US Congress, the US Assistant Secretary of State and the US Ambassador to Nigeria I'm Makurdi.

Discussions were centered on security and humanitarian challenges in Benue and North Central Nigeria with a shared commitment to sustainable peace, justice and safety of Benue People.

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DYpb7jS3h/

They know Nigerian government to be manipulative...

Na locals go give them accurate information

writetopoker:
Asari Dokubo is a nobody currently

He wants to tell people he's actually somebody 😂

Elock1:
this government dey clueless sha

Still on this vip escort matter for how long.
This special unit should be sent to places with unrest

How difficult is it for the IG of police to give orders and his subordinate adhere to it?

Instead they are creating a police group to police the police

You dey mind them.
Definition of insanity

naptu2:
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Hon. Henry Shield @HonShield

Sounds like an apprentice for politics

Penguin2:
Onye ala!

So you are just realizing that the terrorists are backed by foreign forces?

And you have always advocated for amnesty for the gworo-chewing ragtags so that they will pack more money to their sponsors.

When DSS is ready, they will invite this character to come and say what he knows.

If they continue to treat characters like this as sacred cows, then they not yet ready to end insecurity.

Na onye ara him be

GOFRONT:
What Nigeria Army, Airforce and Navy cNnot do, Common Amotekun has done it

We no know the difference between bandits and butchers
Nawao

Razzness:
Kano is one state that will never tolerate bandits and kidnappers. Even when Boko Haram were hot, they desperately wanted to establish a base in Kano but found it to be impossible.

You're right I was there.
Those guys are crazy.

But they're still religious fanatics

Orathird:
What is the purpose of the Hero beer?

To trigger the happiness of some certain tribes

SeverusSnape:
TUluMbU has made Nigeria a terrorists' haven.

At this point we should just agree, the landlords took tenants for failing to remit their dues

yarimo:
Mteeeew and this is news

No be your fault, you don finish kpatakpata for APC hand, so tay you no sabi think again

LibertyRep:
Absolutely.

Who ordered the withdrawal of troops hours before Kebbi abduction?

So many questions left unanswered
My brother the coordination is no longer mysterious

[quote author=Quest7777 post=137603922]Just ban open grazing.


2 more characters needed [/quoteK]

Already banned

But will it solve the problem