80 Militants Surrender Weapons to Nigerian Army in Cross River State
DEFENSE
On January 16, 2026, 80 militants from Akpabuyo LGA, Cross River State, surrendered to the Nigerian Army under an amnesty program. Two groups, led by ThankGod Ebikontei (39 fighters) and John Isaac (41 fighters), handed over arms including AK-47 rifles and explosives.
The surrender occurred at Atimbo Rear Area, Operation OKWOK, and the militants were transferred to the state government's Rapid Response Team for profiling. The Army emphasized the success of military operations and collaboration with state authorities in enhancing security.
Jan 19, 2026, 3:23 PM
