Agbese Says Nigerian Military Operating at Peak Capacity Under Oluyede

The Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has said the Nigerian Armed Forces are operating at peak capacity in the fight against insurgency and other security threats.

Agbese made the assessment while reviewing the performance of the military under the leadership of the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede, who recently marked one year in office.

The lawmaker said improved coordination among the military services had contributed to significant operational gains against insurgency, banditry, kidnapping and oil theft.

Military Records Operational Gains

According to Agbese, since Oluyede assumed office on October 30, 2025, the military has recorded progress across the North-East, North-West, South-East and Niger Delta.

He said the increased synergy among the Army, Navy and Air Force was producing results on the battlefield and helping to restore confidence in affected communities.

Agbese also highlighted the neutralisation of more than 50 terrorists and the recovery of large caches of arms and ammunition during operations around Buni Yadi in Yobe State and Bitta in Borno State under Operation Hadin Kai.

He said recent military operations had also led to the rescue of abducted civilians and the recovery of sophisticated weapons.

“Our troops are brave, professional and highly motivated. Under the CDS’s leadership, they have shown that with proper coordination, intelligence-driven operations and inter-service cooperation, no criminal network can withstand the might of the Nigerian Armed Forces,” he said.

Security Gains and Economic Recovery

The lawmaker said the improved security situation had enabled some displaced persons to return to their communities, while farmers had resumed cultivation in previously troubled areas.

He added that safer maritime routes had also contributed to improved national revenue through enhanced maritime security.

Agbese attributed the progress to the military leadership's emphasis on joint operations, personnel welfare and sustained pressure on criminal hideouts.

He urged Nigerians and other stakeholders to continue supporting the Armed Forces, stressing that public cooperation remained essential to sustaining the gains recorded in the fight against insecurity.

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