The Armed Forces of Nigeria reported significant operational successes in the first quarter of 2026, including the arrest of 1,359 suspects, rescue of 813 kidnapped victims, and dismantling of 101 illegal refineries.

Defence Minister General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd) has assured that the Nigerian Armed Forces will maintain full command of all military operations within the country, even with the presence of US troops providing support.

A leading civic advocacy organization, Prayer and Support for the Nigerian Armed Forces and Other Security Agencies, has reaffirmed its confidence in Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu, expressing optimism over ongoing police reforms.

The Nigerian Armed Forces announced that troops rescued 376 kidnap victims and arrested 226 terror suspects during nationwide operations in February 2026.

Nigerian Armed Forces troops have achieved significant operational successes, including the demobilization of 11 improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and the reopening of a road in Imo State that had been abandoned for three years due to insecurity.