DHQ Declares Simon Ekpa, 96 Others Wanted For Terrorism

DHQ Declares Simon Ekpa, 96 Others Wanted For Terrorism

The Defence Headquarters has intensified its efforts in combating terrorism, violent extremism, and secessionist threats against the state by declaring 97 individuals wanted. The announcement was made by Major Gen Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations, in a statement released in Abuja on Friday night, March 22…..READ ALSO DHQ Obtains Video Evidence Of Suspect Behind Ukuama Massacre

The list of wanted persons, comprising terrorists, bandits, and insurgent commanders, spans across various zones in the country, including the North East, North West, North Central, and South-East. Despite the gravity of the accusations, the military authorities refrained from placing bounties on the wanted individuals.

A significant portion of the wanted list originates from the North West zone, which has been grappling with issues such as banditry and kidnapping. Among those declared wanted are notorious bandit leaders such as Alhaji Shingi, Malindi Yakubu, Boka, Dogo Gide, and Halilu Sububu, among others.

In the North East region, which has been plagued by the activities of Boko Haram and Islamic State for West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists, 33 individuals were declared wanted. The list includes prominent terrorist commanders like Abu Zaida, Modu Sulum, Baba Data, and Ahmad, among others.

Additionally, 21 insurgents, militants, and violent criminals were declared wanted in the North Central and South East regions. Notable figures in the South East include Factional IPOB leader Simon Ekpa, Obiemesi Chukwudi alias Dan Chuk, David Ezekwem Chidiebube, and Amobi Chinonso Okafor alias Temple.

The declaration of these individuals as wanted underscores the commitment of the Defence Headquarters to curbing the activities of insurgents and other threats to national security across various regions of the country.