The Nigerian Army has declared that the security situation in the North-East region has significantly improved, crediting ongoing military operations and sustained collaboration with local communities for the relative peace now being enjoyed across several states in the zone.
Speaking during a press briefing at the Army Headquarters in Abuja, the Director of Army Public Relations, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, stated that recent assessments show that insurgent activities have drastically reduced, allowing displaced persons to return to their communities and normal socio-economic activities to resume.
“The North-East is now far more secure than it was in previous years,” Nwachukwu said. “Through consistent counter-insurgency operations, improved intelligence sharing, and stronger cooperation with local authorities, we have degraded the operational capacity of terrorist elements in the region.”
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He explained that operations such as Operation Hadin Kai and Operation Lake Sanity II have been pivotal in sustaining pressure on Boko Haram and ISWAP factions, leading to the neutralization of several high-profile commanders and the recovery of large caches of arms and ammunition.
According to the Army, communities in Borno, Yobe, and Adamawa States are witnessing growing economic activity, as farmers have returned to their farmlands while major highways once considered unsafe are now being reopened for civilian use.
“The return of displaced persons and resettlement in key communities like Baga, Monguno, and Gwoza is a testament to our renewed operational successes,” the Army spokesman noted. “We are also seeing greater cooperation from local vigilante groups, traditional leaders, and civilians, which has helped us strengthen intelligence gathering.”
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While acknowledging that isolated incidents of terrorist attacks still occur, Nwachukwu stressed that such events no longer represent widespread insecurity. He assured Nigerians that the Army remains focused on completely eradicating terrorism and restoring full peace to the North-East.
He said, “The remnants of the terrorists are on the run. What we are seeing now are desperate acts by splinter cells that have lost cohesion and leadership. Our troops remain on high alert to eliminate every threat.”
The Army also reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with humanitarian agencies and state governments to ensure safe resettlement of internally displaced persons (IDPs), as well as the rebuilding of destroyed communities and infrastructure.
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Security analysts have acknowledged the Army’s progress, noting that while the situation has improved, long-term peace will depend on addressing underlying socio-economic challenges.
A counter-insurgency expert, said, “The military deserves commendation for restoring calm in the North-East, but sustainable peace requires continued investment in reconstruction, youth empowerment, and deradicalization programs.”
In recent months, data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) and reports from humanitarian agencies have also shown a gradual decline in conflict-related fatalities in the region, further affirming the Army’s position that stability is returning to the area.
The Nigerian Army reiterated that its operations are guided by professionalism, respect for human rights, and a commitment to protecting every Nigerian citizen, regardless of location.
