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DHQ: No Foreign Soldier involved in Ground Battle Against Al-Minuki
No foreign soldier participated in the operation that eliminated terrorist commander, Abu Bilal Al-Minuki, Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, Director, Defence Media Operations, has said.
According to NAN, Onoja said this in a monitored television programme where he gave update on the operation.
Onoja was quoted to have said the United States only provided intelligence and surveillance assistance.
“There were no foreign boots on the ground during this operation. What we received were intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance support and other force enablers,” he said.
Onoja described the mission as a carefully executed precision strike against a high-value terrorist target.
He said the operation reflected the professionalism, discipline and tactical readiness of troops involved.
“We are happy to state that due to our troops’ professionalism, there was no loss of life on our side,” Onoja said.
He said the mission was planned through detailed intelligence and close operational coordination.
According to him, earlier reports about Al-Minuki’s death in 2024 were based on mistaken identity.
Onoja said the man neutralised was the original Abu Bilal Al-Minuki, who used multiple aliases.
He explained that the aliases helped the terrorist evade detection for years.
“This individual has been on international watchlists for a very long time,” he said.
He added that security records linked the commander to several global monitoring agencies.
“These include the United Nations, the United States, the European Union and Nigeria,” he added.
Onoja said months of intelligence gathering led troops to the terrorist’s exact location.
He said the final operation was launched only after commanders confirmed credible intelligence.
He said Nigeria would continue strengthening strategic security partnerships against terrorism.
Onoja also said other notorious terrorist leaders remained under active surveillance.
He specifically mentioned wanted bandit leader, Bello Turji, saying, “He cannot hide forever. It is only a matter of time.”
Onoja urged citizens to support military operations with timely information.
He warned that ransom payments often strengthen criminal networks and prolong insecurity.
He reaffirmed the military’s determination to restore peace across affected communities in Nigeria.
Entertainment
I Don’t Want To Die Because Of A Woman– Frank Edoho
Popular television host Frank Edoho has opened up about his deepest personal fear, saying he does not want to die because of emotional pain caused by a woman.
Edoho made the revelation during an interview on the YouTube channel Outside The Box, released on Saturday, where he reflected on male vulnerability, silent struggles and how he hopes to be remembered.
“I don’t want to go to the gates of heaven and they ask me what killed me and they say it’s a woman. Whether that woman be my daughter, my wife, my mother, I don’t want that. I don’t want that to be my way out of this portal,” he said.
The broadcaster, best known for hosting the Nigerian edition of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, said he hopes to leave the world having made a positive impact on others.
“I want to die with a smile on my face saying that all the people I met, I tried to put a smile on their face, and to have the only regret that I wish I did more good. Not that I wish I had more time, that’s all,” he said.
Frank Edoho also spoke about the pressures men face and the tendency to endure emotional pain without seeking help.
“The task of manhood is very daunting. Men don’t speak. Men go through a lot. Whatever a man is going through, he’s just silent. He doesn’t say it. He holds it to himself. And some of them go to the grave with it. Too many, actually,” he said.
He disclosed that he went through a difficult personal period for two years without telling anyone.
According to Edoho, his years in broadcasting taught him how to hide personal struggles while maintaining a calm appearance on air.
“For two years, there was a couple of years back I was in a very dark hole but nobody knew. I couldn’t call you guys. I just said, you know what, this is a journey I have to make on myself to reorganise myself. And I’m happy I did. But at the time, I thought that the walls were caving in,” he said.
“Broadcasting taught me how to have a poker face. No matter what you’re going through, when it’s time to go on air, ‘Hi, good evening, welcome, I hope you’re having a nice time’, the only reason you’re not there is that you’re dead. If you’re alive, it doesn’t matter what you’re going through, you have to be there doing just that.
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Seyi Tinubu Reacts To Cubana’s Reps Ticket Loss
Seyi Tinubu has urged Pascal Okechukwu to remain hopeful after the celebrity businessman failed to secure the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket for the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East Federal Constituency seat in Imo State.
The APC primary election was held on Saturday as part of preparations for the 2027 general election.
Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest and the Imo State coordinator of the City Boy Movement, had contested for the House of Representatives ticket under the ruling party after purchasing the expression of interest and nomination forms.
He had said his ambition was driven by youth empowerment, grassroots development and the need to encourage greater political participation among young people in the constituency.
However, he did not secure the party’s ticket.
Reacting on Sunday via his Instagram story, Tinubu, the Grand Patron of the City Boy Movement, encouraged him to stay positive, noting that setbacks could open doors to bigger victories.
“Bro, sometimes by losing a battle, you find a new way to win the war. Keep your head up @cubana_chiefpriest. We know what you are capable of achieving,” he wrote.
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Rivers: APC Disqualifies Senators, SSG, Others From Monday’s Primaries
The All Progressives Congress, APC, has disqualified the senator representing Rivers West, Ipalibo Banigo, from participating in the party’s senatorial primary election scheduled for Monday.
Rivers: APC Disqualifies Senators, SSG, Others From Monday’s Primaries
The All Progressives Congress, APC, has disqualified the senator representing Rivers West, Ipalibo Banigo, from participating in the party’s senatorial primary election scheduled for Monday.
The party also disqualified three other aspirants – former Secretary to the Rivers State Government, Tammy Wenike Danagogo, Ojukaye Flag Amachree and businessman Tein Jack-Rich.
Meanwhile, the APC cleared Senator Allwell Onyesoh of Rivers East, alongside Felix Obua, Barry Mwara and Osarosaka Ebenezer, to participate in the primaries.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the party’s Rivers State Publicity Secretary, Chibuike Ikenga, advised aspirants and party members to take note of the development and comply accordingly.
The party also disqualified three other aspirants – former Secretary to the Rivers State Government, Tammy Wenike Danagogo, Ojukaye Flag Amachree and businessman Tein Jack-Rich.
Meanwhile, the APC cleared Senator Allwell Onyesoh of Rivers East, alongside Felix Obua, Barry Mwara and Osarosaka Ebenezer, to participate in the primaries.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the party’s Rivers State Publicity Secretary, Chibuike Ikenga, advised aspirants and party members to take note of the development and comply accordingly.
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