Troops neutralize two terrorists in Ondo, recover weapons

Troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralised two armed terrorists and recovered weapons during a tactical operation in Ondo State. 

Troops, deployed at the Forward Operating Base Auga, carried out the operation along the Akunu–Auga Road on February 14, 2026.

Assistant Director Army Public Relations, 32 Artillery Brigade, Major Irabo Njoka, who disclosed this in a statement on Sunday said troops acted on credible human intelligence regarding the movement of suspected criminals in the area.

“Troops of 32  Artillery Brigade Nigerian Army, deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Auga in Ondo State have successfully neutralised two suspected armed terrorists during a tactical operation conducted along road Akunu–Auga  on 14 February 2026,” the statement read. 

“Troops acting on credible human intelligence regarding the movement of the suspected criminals within the area, swiftly mobilised and intercepted the suspects. 

“The ensuing  contact with the armed elements, led to a firefight, where the troops superior fire power 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 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, torchlight, suspected illicit drugs, charms and the sum of ₦39,000 among other personal effects.

“The success of the operation highlights the Nigerian Army’s unwavering resolve to deny criminal elements freedom of action and movement, as well as to protect lives and property across Ondo State. 

“The Brigade will continue to sustain aggressive clearance and exploitation operations, intensify patrols along identified criminal corridors and strengthen collaboration with other security agencies and local stakeholders to ensure a secured environment for residents.

“Members of the public are urged to continue to provide timely and credible information to security agencies as public cooperation remains critical to the ongoing efforts to rid the state of criminal elements.”