Linus Aleke in AbujaThe Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has commended troops across all theatres of operation for their discipline, resilience and unwavering commitment to the defence of the nation. Oluyede also praised the sustained collaboration between the Armed Forces, other security agencies, local security groups and relevant stakeholders. Similarly, a suspected terrorist informant was arrested at Dzangola Kilba in Hong LGA of Adamawa State on 5 August 2026,” the statement revealed. The Director also stated that several family members of suspected terrorists had surrendered, while others were intercepted in Gwoza, Konduga and Bama LGAs of Borno State. “Additionally, a group of 20 persons surrendered to troops at Kwuari in Konduga LGA of Borno State,” Onoja said.