Let me tell you a story behind this piece.
About a few days ago, I was scrolling on Instagram, watching art videos. I got to a video, and the frame behind captured my heart. It was exactly like this piece I’m creating (half face).
I got on my paper and decided to do mine. 😁
I commend all our patriotic front-line soldiers in the fight against terrorism in all forms.
You stand as a shield between innocent citizens and those who seek to destroy the peace, safety, and dignity of our communities.
In the forests, on the roads, at forward operating bases, in the air, creeks, and across difficult terrains, you carry the burden of national protection so that millions of Nigerians can sleep, work, worship, farm, trade, and raise their children in hope.
This fight has not been easy. It has come with pain, pressure, and sacrifice. But your courage has remained firm. Your service is acknowledged. Your sacrifice is honoured. Your country does not take you for granted.
To every officer and soldier of our Armed Forces, to the Police, DSS, Civil Defence, intelligence services, local security formations, and all who work day and night to keep Nigeria safe, I say thank you.
I also acknowledge the families behind the uniform. Many of you have endured long absences, anxious nights, and the emotional cost of duty. Nigeria remembers that sacrifice, too.
We honour those who have paid the supreme price in defence of our country. Their names may not always trend, but their courage lives on in rescued communities, protected families, and the survival of the nation they served.
The fight against terror is not only a military operation. It is a national duty. Citizens must support our security forces by providing timely, useful information. When you see something, say something. When you know something, report it.
Nigeria will not surrender to fear. We will not allow terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, or violent extremists to define who we are as a people. Their violence is not our identity. Their hatred does not represent Nigerians of any faith, creed, or community.
To our troops and all front-line patriots, thank you for your courage. Thank you for your vigilance. Thank you for your service.
May the Almighty protect you as you protect our country.
Bola Ahmed Tinubu
President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces
Federal Republic of Nigeria
"The NDC is being built as an institution, not a personality cult, political movement, or Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to be used and discarded."
Hmmmmmmm
Another 1,000-person mass wedding by the Kano Govt.
Mostly for people who can't feed themselves.
Soon, their children will be left to roam, many will be begging in the South West.
North, your leaders are empowering poverty to control you and that's a fact!
International media, Al Jazeera, is reporting Operation Hadin Kai latest successful rescue operation. Kudos Maj Gen AE Abubakar and his troops for making the nation proud.
Organizing mass wedding for people who can barely afford daily meals is such a crazy idea or policy that’s gaining ground in the northern Nigeria. Without being told, we can already see the impact of this policy on the larger population and the entire country.
If nothing is done about it to stop it, we will keep fighting the same problems for many years yet to come.
TROOPS OF OPERATION ENDURING PEACE FOIL MULTIPLE KIDNAPPING ATTEMPTS, RESCUE VICTIMS IN PLATEAU AND KADUNA STATES
In a series of decisive operations conducted over the last 48 hours, troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE have successfully foiled multiple kidnapping attempts, rescued several victims, and launched aggressive manhunts for fleeing criminal elements across Plateau and Kaduna States. These swift interventions underscores the unwavering commitment of the military to maintaining security and guaranteeing the safety of commuters and residents within Operation ENDURING PEACE Joint Operations Area.
At Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, troops of Sector 6 deployed in Sopp District responded to reports of suspected kidnappers who blocked the highway along the Hawan Kibo–Rafin Sayin axis at approximately 12:30am of 5 June 2026. Upon arrival at the scene, the tactical team discovered an ash-coloured Honda vehicle with registration number APP-93CF abandoned in the middle of the road. Troops immediately launched a thorough search and rescue operation in the surrounding bushes. This rapid response led to the successful rescue of 6 kidnapped passengers. The rescued individuals revealed that they had boarded the commercial vehicle from Lafiya, Nasarawa State, and were bound for Jos. While these victims are safe, the driver of the vehicle remains missing, and troops are maintaining an active search to locate and rescue him.
Simultaneously, troops of Sector 5 operating in Bokkos, also recorded another victory against criminality in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. Responding to an urgent distress call from Faggem Village on June 5, 2026, troops swiftly mobilised and foiled an ongoing abduction attempt, as the operational pressure forced the criminals to abandon their targets and fled into nearby forest. The chase led troops to successfully rescue a Pastor and his wife from the clutches of the kidnappers. The couple, who sustained injuries during the initial assault by the criminals, were promptly evacuated by the troops to Bokkos medical clinic for treatment, while also initiated a manhunt to track down the fleeing suspects.
In a related development, troops of Sector 7, deployed at the Ungwan Gora in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State, at the early hours of Saturday 6 June 2026,
responded to reports of suspected terrorists blocking the highway between Rafi Tagwai and Angwan Dariya. Upon arrival, troops discovered that the terrorists had kidnapped some passengers traveling in a commercial vehicle. Troops recovered 8 empty cases of 7.62mm special ammunition at the scene and immediately plunged into the adjoining forest on a rescue mission. The pursuit yielded immediate results as troops rescued 2 injured passengers while efforts are currently ongoing to rescue other kidnapped occupants of the vehicle. The rescued passengers were swiftly evacuated to a nearby hospital in Fadan Karshi District for medical attention.
Operation ENDURING PEACE reassures the general public that it will not relent in its ongoing deliberate efforts and decisive operations to rid the highways and communities of criminal elements. Citizens are urged to remain vigilant and continuously provide timely and actionable intelligence on criminal elements activities to security agencies.
CHINONSO POLYCARP OTEH
Captain
Media Information Officer
Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE
7 June 2026
TROOPS OF OPERATION ENDURING PEACE FOIL MULTIPLE KIDNAPPING ATTEMPTS, RESCUE VICTIMS IN PLATEAU AND KADUNA STATES
In a series of decisive operations conducted over the last 48 hours, troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE have successfully foiled multiple kidnapping attempts, rescued several victims, and launched aggressive manhunts for fleeing criminal elements across Plateau and Kaduna States. These swift interventions underscores the unwavering commitment of the military to maintaining security and guaranteeing the safety of commuters and residents within Operation ENDURING PEACE Joint Operations Area.
At Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, troops of Sector 6 deployed in Sopp District responded to reports of suspected kidnappers who blocked the highway along the Hawan Kibo–Rafin Sayin axis at approximately 12:30am of 5 June 2026. Upon arrival at the scene, the tactical team discovered an ash-coloured Honda vehicle with registration number APP-93CF abandoned in the middle of the road. Troops immediately launched a thorough search and rescue operation in the surrounding bushes. This rapid response led to the successful rescue of 6 kidnapped passengers. The rescued individuals revealed that they had boarded the commercial vehicle from Lafiya, Nasarawa State, and were bound for Jos. While these victims are safe, the driver of the vehicle remains missing, and troops are maintaining an active search to locate and rescue him.
Simultaneously, troops of Sector 5 operating in Bokkos, also recorded another victory against criminality in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. Responding to an urgent distress call from Faggem Village on June 5, 2026, troops swiftly mobilised and foiled an ongoing abduction attempt, as the operational pressure forced the criminals to abandon their targets and fled into nearby forest. The chase led troops to successfully rescue a Pastor and his wife from the clutches of the kidnappers. The couple, who sustained injuries during the initial assault by the criminals, were promptly evacuated by the troops to Bokkos medical clinic for treatment, while also initiated a manhunt to track down the fleeing suspects.
In a related development, troops of Sector 7, deployed at the Ungwan Gora in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State, at the early hours of Saturday 6 June 2026,
responded to reports of suspected terrorists blocking the highway between Rafi Tagwai and Angwan Dariya. Upon arrival, troops discovered that the terrorists had kidnapped some passengers traveling in a commercial vehicle. Troops recovered 8 empty cases of 7.62mm special ammunition at the scene and immediately plunged into the adjoining forest on a rescue mission. The pursuit yielded immediate results as troops rescued 2 injured passengers while efforts are currently ongoing to rescue other kidnapped occupants of the vehicle. The rescued passengers were swiftly evacuated to a nearby hospital in Fadan Karshi District for medical attention.
Operation ENDURING PEACE reassures the general public that it will not relent in its ongoing deliberate efforts and decisive operations to rid the highways and communities of criminal elements. Citizens are urged to remain vigilant and continuously provide timely and actionable intelligence on criminal elements activities to security agencies.
CHINONSO POLYCARP OTEH
Captain
Media Information Officer
Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE
7 June 2026
THIS IS THE BIGGEST WIN 🇳🇬❤️
Even Al Jazeera is reporting it — Nigerian security forces record a major breakthrough, rescuing 360 abductees from Boko Haram captivity in Borno State.
A significant victory in the ongoing fight against terr0rism.