Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters (DHQ) announces the launch of a toll-free line, 193, for members of the public to provide intelligence. In connection with the new line, DHQ reports that troops killed a total of 662 terrorists and criminals during the second quarter of 2026. The reports state that the hotline is intended to improve information flow to security forces. The DHQ communications also frame the announcement as part of ongoing counter-terrorism and security operations. Both accounts from The Punch describe the same toll-free number and the same quarterly figure, presenting it as an official update on security outcomes for Q2 2026. No additional breakdown of locations, the identities of those killed, or whether the figure includes any groups beyond “terrorists and criminals” is provided in the supplied excerpts. The updates emphasize the role of intelligence from the public through the hotline.