Troops have arrested two persons for impersonating the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, at Utesi in Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo State. The Director Defence Media Operations (DMO), Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, who disclosed this in a statement, said the arrest was made on December 11, 2025, following intelligence reports. Onoja said that the suspects are in military custody, undergoing investigation before being handed over to the appropriate authorities for further action. It said troops foiled an oil theft worth over N15 million in the South-South. “Troops’ sacrifices and dedication to duty are highly appreciated and have justified the confidence the nation reposes in the AFN,” he said.

Source: The Guardian December 23, 2025 08:45 UTC