Nigerian Army Neutralises Two Suspected Terrorists, Recovers AK-47 In Ondo Operation

The Nigerian Army have neutralised two suspected armed terrorists and recovered weapons during a tactical operation in Ondo State.

According to a statement by the Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Major Irabor Njoka said that Troops of the 32 Artillery Brigade deployed at the Forward Operating Base Auga, carried out the operation along the Akunu–Auga Road on February 14, 2026.

The troops acted on credible human intelligence regarding the movement of suspected criminals in the area.

The statement read, “They swiftly mobilised and intercepted the suspects.

“The ensuing contact with the armed elements led to a firefight, where the troops’ superior firepower resulted in the neutralisation of two of the terrorists, while others fled with suspected gunshot wounds.

“The operation was carried out in conjunction with personnel of the Ondo State Security Network Agency and local vigilantes.

“Items recovered from the encounter with the criminals include one AK-47 rifle with two magazines and 61 rounds of ammunition, three mobile handsets, a jackknife, a torchlight, suspected illicit drugs, charms, and the sum of ₦39,000, among other personal effects.”

The Brigade said the operation underscores the Nigerian Army’s resolve to deny criminal elements freedom of action and movement, and to protect lives and property across Ondo State.

It added that troops would sustain clearance and exploitation operations, intensify patrols along identified criminal corridors, and strengthen collaboration with other security agencies and local stakeholders to ensure security in the state.

The Army urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information, noting that public cooperation remains critical to efforts to rid the state of criminal elements.