Group commends CDS over sustained military gains against banditry, terrorism

The Northern Alliance for Peace and Security, a peace advocacy group, has commended Nigeria's Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, and the Armed Forces for their sustained successes in combating banditry, terrorism, and kidnapping. The group highlighted recent operations that led to the rescue of hundreds of abducted individuals and the neutralization of numerous armed criminals as proof of the military's renewed offensive.

In a statement released in Abuja, the group's National President, Danladi Abutu, noted that these recent gains demonstrate the commitment of the Armed Forces under General Oluyede's leadership to enhancing security and restoring public confidence. This praise comes as military operations intensify, particularly in the North-East and North-West, regions that have been severely impacted by insecurity, leading to loss of life, displacement, and disruption of economic activities.

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These gains mirror the commitment of the CDS and his men to make Nigeria safe for all. What we have witnessed in the past few weeks is an indication of the battle readiness of our gallant troops to make life difficult for these terrorist elements.

Abutu specifically referenced the rescue of 14 out of 15 worshippers abducted from a church in Ekiti State on April 28, 2026, who were freed after 67 days in captivity. The group also pointed to the rescue of 416 residents of Ngoshe community in Borno State from suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists by troops of Operation Hadin Kai, and the liberation of 11 women kidnapped while fishing in Dille community, Borno State. These operations, the group stated, underscore the military's determination to protect vulnerable communities.

"These gains mirror the commitment of the CDS and his men to make Nigeria safe for all," Abutu said. "What we have witnessed in the past few weeks is an indication of the battle readiness of our gallant troops to make life difficult for these terrorist elements." He urged Nigerians to support the Federal Government's efforts in prosecuting the war against banditry, emphasizing that the military's actions send a clear message to terrorists.

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The security situation is of huge concern to every well-meaning Nigerians. We must join hands with the Federal Government to ensure that the war against banditry is successfully prosecuted.