The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) utterly rejects and condemns the reckless allegation by Mr. Peter Obi that \u201cNigeria is now a killing field with over 10,000 deaths under Tinubu\u2019s watch.\u201d These sensationalist claims are not only baseless\u2014they are a disgraceful distortion of reality made in bad faith to score political points.<\/p>\n
Let the record show: Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu\u2019s Renewed Hope Agenda, Nigeria\u2019s Armed Forces have delivered extraordinary successes, dismantling terror infrastructure and restoring stability to previously threatened communities.<\/p>\n
Hard Data, Not Hype:
\n\u2022 Defence Ministry Midterm Report (Aug 2023\u2013Apr 2025):
\n\u2022 9,415 terrorists neutralized
\n\u2022 3,159+ suspects arrested
\n\u2022 5,449 hostages rescued
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\n\u2022 Defence Headquarters\u2019 Two-Year Summary:
\n\u2022 6,260 terrorists killed
\n\u2022 14,138 terrorists and criminals apprehended
\n\u2022 5,365 civilians rescued
\n\u2013 N83 billion worth of stolen crude recovered
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\n\u2022 Military Operations Across Regions:
\n\u2022 In the North-east (Operation Hadin Kai): 1,246 terrorists killed, 2,467 arrested, 1,920 civilians rescued
\n\u2022 In the North-west (Operation Fasan Yamma): 1,374 bandits killed, 2,160 surrendered or arrested, 3,288 hostages rescued
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\nThese are not statistics\u2014they are lives saved, communities secured, and terrorists dismantled.<\/p>\n
Impressive Air Power and Hostage Rescue:
\n\u2022 Just recently, the military airstrikes in Katsina freed 76 hostages, including children\u2014some kidnapped during a mosque attack that claimed at least 50 lives. One child, tragically, died during the rescue, illustrating both the danger and the bravery involved. Additionally, airstrikes eliminated 35 militants in the same region.
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\n\u2022 In Borno State, precision airstrikes killed 35 militants, restoring critical ground communications and stabilizing the area.
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\n\u2022 A weeklong operation in Borno earlier this year neutralized 76 extremists, arrested 72 suspects, and rescued eight hostages.
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\nTechnological and Structural Strengthening:
\n\u2022 Under President Tinubu\u2019s leadership, the Nigerian Air Force has been transformed with modern acquisitions:
\n\u2022 24 M\u2011346 attack jets, 10 AW\u2011109 Trekker helicopters, among others
\n\u2022 Conducted nearly 9,928 sorties, 15,915 flying hours, supporting counterinsurgency and anti-sabotage operations
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\n\u2022 The Nigerian Army and Navy have also received cutting-edge hardware\u2014from tactical vehicles to patrol vessels\u2014strengthening ground and maritime security effectiveness.
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\n\u2022 Local defense manufacturing is booming: DICON has produced over 4.6 million rounds of ammunition, 53 MRAPs, 14,040 PPE units, and even drones, reducing dependency on foreign suppliers.
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\nCredible Recognition:
\n\u2022 The Coalition for Human Rights and Freedom (CHRF) commended the armed forces\u2019 performance, citing that over 13,500 terrorists and criminals were neutralized and nearly 10,000 hostages rescued under coordinated operations.
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\nThese are tangible, verifiable successes\u2014nothing like the exaggerated sensationalism offered by Mr. Obi.<\/p>\n
In Conclusion:
\nIt is profoundly disappointing that Mr. Obi would resort to fear-mongering rather than engage constructively. The Nigerian Armed Forces, under this administration, are not only standing tall\u2014they are striking back aggressively, saving lives, and securing our nation.<\/p>\n
The Lagos APC stands firmly behind the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and our military heroes on the frontline. We invite Mr. Obi and others to acknowledge the progress made or risk being left behind in baseless political dramatics.<\/p>\n
Mogaji (Hon) Seye Oladejo
\nLagos APC Spokesman
\n26\/08\/25<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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