Nigeria has recorded an 81% decrease in terror-related deaths since 2015, according to the Presidency, attributing the decline to improved counter-insurgency operations and stronger collaboration between security agencies and affected communities.
Over 13,000 terrorists have been neutralized in the past year, while more than 124,000 fighters and their dependents have surrendered to authorities.
Additionally, over 2.1 million internally displaced persons (IDPs) have returned home, with new communities being rebuilt in previously affected areas.
The Federal Government has established a Resettlement Scheme for Persons Impacted by Conflict to help rebuild affected communities and reintegrate displaced persons.
Joint security task forces, enhanced border patrols, compensation for victims, and intelligence collaboration with international allies are among the measures being implemented to further protect lives and safeguard national sovereignty.
President Bola Tinubu emphasized that “the security of Nigeria is non-negotiable”.
The efforts have led to the successful conviction of over 124 terrorists and insurgents, with others, including members of the Ansaru leadership, facing trial.
