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How captives were released — Army

According to a statement issued by Jonah Danjuma, the spokesperson for 2 Division in Ibadan, the release of the captives followed more than a month of coordinated operations targeting the group’s leadership, logistics and informant network.

Mr Danjuma explained that the operations were led by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of 2 Division, CR Nnebeife, in collaboration with the ONSA, the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), National Intelligence Agency (NIA), the SSS, the armed forces, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Defence Headquarters, police, Amotekun corps, local vigilantes and hunters.

He said the security operation focused on identifying the kingpins behind the abduction and dismantling their operational network and hideouts within the Old Oyo National Park forest.

The army spokesperson said multiple arrests were made in Oyo State and other parts of the country, disrupting the group’s activities and exerting sustained pressure on its members.

“The arrests completely disorganised the group, exerted overwhelming pressure on them and ultimately led the terrorist group to unconditionally release the pupils and teachers,” he stated.

Mr Danjuma added that the operation was deliberately planned to ensure the safe recovery of the hostages while avoiding collateral damage.

He, however, disclosed that security forces recorded casualties during the operation but did not provide details on the number or identities of those affected.

According to him, the rescued pupils and teachers are currently receiving medical treatment at an undisclosed hospital before being handed over to the Oyo State Government for reunification with their families.

The army spokesperson said further operations would continue to track down other members of the network and dismantle any remaining terrorist cells linked to the abduction.

https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/894528-how-we-secured-release-of-kidnapped-oyo-students-nigerian-army.html

God bless the Nigerian Army
God Bless Tinubu the Jagaban
God bless Nigeria

Congrats to Nigeria,For the release of the kidnapped teachers and pupils BUTTTT if na by this thing wey I just read now,then Nigerian Army still have a lot to explain cause na total rubbish,I just read now..

release them just like dat??
i smell lies

So, Bro. Sunday Igoho did nothing whatsoever in all these... Nawa o!!!

Kudos to the gallant men that made this possible... They all deserve national awards!!!

What a beautiful way to start the weekend. I’m currently having kilishi and washing it down with these beer bottles. Interested nairalanders should join me share in the joy, there’s enough booze to go round

Wow!! I never knew the tears of the Obidients have market value. If there tears could cool your taste then there governance strategies could also improve your life. Please give it a try

PDPdestroyer:
What a beautiful way to start the weekend. I’m currently having kilishi and washing it down with these beer bottles. Interested nairalanders should join me share in the joy, there’s enough booze to go round

Good...release it was, not rescue!

slivertongue:
Wow!! I never knew the tears of the Obidients have market value. If there tears could cool your taste then there governance strategies could also improve your life. Please give it a try

What a brilliant response found only among Obidents....

Ok. Good to knw. So who and who them arrest?

How much random was paid?

Initial report has it that 8 persons were arrested. Now, the current news is saying that they released them unconditionally

Which one should we believe?

If arrests were made, who are they? Parade them, let Nigeria see their faces

Boys scout amaka, tiri gbosa

Ransome was paid so you can't deceive us

This is good news if the pupils and teachers have truly regained their freedom, and everyone will be relieved to see them reunited with their families. However, the military also claimed that eight terrorists were killed during the operation. If that is the case, where is the evidence?

In previous operations, security agencies have often released photos or videos showing recovered weapons, destroyed camps, or the bodies of neutralised terrorists. Why should this case be different?

Nigerians deserve transparency. If eight terrorists were indeed eliminated, the authorities should present credible evidence—not to glorify violence, but to reinforce public confidence in the operation and counter misinformation.

The successful rescue of the hostages is commendable, but claims about the outcome of the operation should be backed by verifiable proof. Transparency strengthens public trust.

“The arrests completely disorganised the group, exerted overwhelming pressure on them and ultimately led the terrorist group to unconditionally release the pupils and teachers,” he stated.

Mr Danjuma added that the operation was deliberately planned to ensure the safe recovery of the hostages while avoiding collateral damage.

Ransome

slivertongue:
Wow!! I never knew the tears of the Obidients have market value. If there tears could cool your taste then there governance strategies could also improve your life. Please give it a try

You just end that pal Career with the response

Someone need to tell am Kpele

muyico:
release them just like dat??
i smell lies

HEAVY LIES!!!🍷
See the hungry -looking “PrincePA”?😁
Did they show us “the shanty schools “?
Everyone will know Makinde is a real APC governor, Makinde’s wife refused to be part of the SCAM!


Abracadabra! Distraction from GBAJAGATE!

this man is being economical with truth.. u said u mounted pressure on them, then how come u lost your men, if they abandoned the captives after arresting their loved ones, logistics and members/informants? parrot onanuga also said the were arrests, with some neutralised/killed, na which version come dey true

dawnomike:
So, Bro. Sunday Igoho did nothing whatsoever in all these... Nawa o!!!

Kudos to the gallant men that made this possible... They all deserve national awards!!!

After all the cowardly lauding mouth, he's team even got breakfast served.

Whether they were rescued or released, the bottom line is that they aren't in the grip of their abductors any longer and atleast for the first time after weeks, they can have a breathe of fresh air and feel at home....

Kudos to all that was involved

Thank God for their safe returned.

Cleaning your mess. Well what should we say now...
Despite their equal access to social media and publicity, Kidnappers have never mistakenly give stories or insight of how the successfully executed their kidnapping... Eh get why. NA should at least emulate that from them.

Chai ..if you believe this then you are Empty upstairs.

i)
The arrests completely disorganised the group, exerted overwhelming pressure on them and ultimately led the terrorist group to unconditionally release the pupils and teachers,” he stated.

If they released the children after sustained pressure, why now say this...

ii)
He, however, disclosed that security forces recorded casualties during the operation but did not provide details on the number or identities of those affected

So the Fulani Militia even killed Military personnel in an engagement, but released the captives without any of them being killed by the Military?

Abeg ooooo!!!!...

Online they claimed they killed 8 terrorists and arrested some. Now, they acknowledged that Fulani Militia killed them. Abi, is this APC version.

What is happening here na...

What kind of lie is this na!!!

Simply say ransom was paid...after paying ransom you tried to confront them directly and met with casualties.

Why lie? ..haba!!

muyico:
release them just like dat??
i smell lies

That's your personal problem.

Display the bodies of the neutralized bandits and kindly give us a body cam video evidence of the successful operation.

Nigerians are no gullible people.

The PBAT regime suffers the worst trust deficit in Nigeria recorded history.

In my own estimatation this is damage control after Gbaja gate.

APC Abracadabra. No be only release. Scammers.

Show us the arrested kidnappers Government of fraud and abracadabra.

AT YOUR OWN RISK , BELIEVE.

Congratulations to MR PRESIDENT, OUR MILITARY, DSS,POLICE.U have done wwll

PDPdestroyer:
What a beautiful way to start the weekend. I’m currently having kilishi and washing it down with these beer bottles. Interested nairalanders should join me share in the joy, there’s enough booze to go round

Kilishi or akara?
This one is a betrayer
He's not following the candid advice of their Mama

muyico:
release them just like dat??
i smell lies

They think say we be mumu ba..,

If them capture their movement na una go still complain sey dem dey leak security details... if dem parade the kidnappers na una go still say na arrangee as Nigeria is concerned nothing fit ever satisfy una once bitterness don already dey

FatimaAbubakar:
APC Abracadabra. No be only release. Scammers.

Show us the arrested kidnappers Government of fraud and abracadabra.