Yar’Adua Demands Better Welfare for Military Personnel
Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’Adua calls for sustained welfare reforms for Nigeria's Armed Forces, urging support beyond annual Remembrance Day ceremonies. Read his full statement.
Category : Search result: European troops
European Troops Deploy to Greenland as US Threats Grow
European NATO nations deploy troops to Greenland for joint exercises with Denmark, responding to escalating US threats to annex the Arctic island. Read the full story.
Russia Warns UK, France Troops Are 'Legitimate Targets'
Russia declares any Western military forces in Ukraine as 'legitimate targets' after UK and France pledge troops. Read the latest on the escalating security crisis.
Six Kidnap Victims Rescued in Kaduna by Troops
Nigerian Army troops from Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued six kidnapped victims in Kaduna State. The successful operation took place on January 5, 2026. Read more about the military's latest victory.
Troops Kill 5 Terrorists, Rescue 3 in Borno
Nigerian Army troops eliminated five terrorists and freed three kidnapped civilians in a Konduga, Borno operation. Read details of the successful offensive.
Gumi Claims US Plot, Troops Recover Arms, Arrest 13
Islamic cleric Ahmad Gumi alleges he was marked for elimination by the US. Meanwhile, Nigerian troops make significant arms recovery and arrests in Borno. Full details inside.
Army arrests 19 oil thieves, destroys 22 bunkering hubs
Nigerian Army's 6 Division, in a major crackdown, has arrested 19 suspects and destroyed 22 illegal refining sites in the Niger Delta, recovering stolen products worth over ₦150 million. Read the full report.
Troops rescue abducted victim, recover items in Kano
Nigerian Army troops successfully rescued a kidnap victim and recovered stolen items in a fierce gun battle along the Kano-Katsina border. Read the full details of the security operation.
Army Chief Charges Troops to Annihilate Terrorists
Chief of Army Staff Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu visited frontline troops in Sokoto, commending their bravery and urging them to sustain momentum against terrorists. Read about the military's Christmas morale boost.
Military Chiefs Honour Troops with Christmas Lunch in Plateau
Chief of Defence Staff, General OO Oluyede, and Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General W Shaibu, celebrated frontline troops in Plateau State with a special Christmas lunch, commending their sacrifices for peace. Read more.
Troops foil kidnapping, rescue 24 on Otukpo-Enugu road
Nigerian troops thwart a major kidnapping on Otukpo-Enugu expressway, rescuing 24 passengers. Read details of the dramatic rescue operation and the Commander's Christmas message.
Two Arrested for Impersonating COAS in Edo State
Nigerian troops arrest two suspects impersonating the Chief of Army Staff in Edo. In nationwide operations, terrorists are killed, kidnap victims rescued, and illegal oil sites destroyed. Read the full report.
Military Thwarts Terrorist Ambush on Key Borno Route
Nigerian troops repel a coordinated ISWAP/JAS attack on Maiduguri-Damboa Road using drones & IEDs. Simultaneous ops in Kaduna, Plateau see kidnappers arrested, a Reverend and family rescued. Latest security updates inside.
Two arrested for impersonating COAS in Edo, troops foil oil theft
Nigerian troops arrest two impersonating the Chief of Army Staff in Edo, foil a N15m oil theft, and rescue 69 kidnapped victims nationwide. Read the latest security updates.
Army Chief Orders Relentless Offensive Against Criminals
Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen Waidi Shaibu, directs troops in Ibadan to decisively flush out bandits and kidnappers. He also pledges improved welfare and barracks renovation. Read the full details.
US Says No Troops for Nigeria, Pushes Diplomatic Reforms
A US congressional delegation in Abuja clarifies that Nigeria's CPC designation aims to drive security and religious freedom reforms through diplomacy, not military action. Read the full details.
Troops Uncover IED, Arrest Terror Logistics Suspects
Nigerian Army thwarts attack, arrests two suspects supplying food and drinks to Boko Haram/ISWAP in Borno. Read the full details of the successful operations.
Troops foil terrorists' incursion, neutralize many in Borno
Operation Hadin Kai troops thwarted a terrorist infiltration attempt in Bitta, Borno, neutralizing several insurgents, including a key commander. Read the full report on the decisive military action.
Trump signs $900bn US defence policy bill into law
US President Donald Trump signs the 2026 NDAA, a $900bn defence bill ensuring US troop levels in Europe and continuing support for Ukraine. Discover the bipartisan move's implications.
Troops repel terrorist infiltration in Borno, kill key fighter
Nigerian Army troops successfully repelled a terrorist infiltration attempt in Bitta, Borno State, neutralizing several insurgents including a top fighter. Read the full details of the operation.
Farmers Block Brussels in Protest Against EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
Hundreds of farmers and over 150 tractors clogged Brussels streets, protesting the EU-Mercosur trade pact they fear will flood Europe with cheaper South American goods. Read the full story on the high-stakes summit clash.
Army neutralises 3 terrorists, recovers weapons in Zamfara
Nigerian troops have eliminated three terrorists and recovered weapons in Zamfara State during Operation Forest Sanity IV. Read the full report on the latest military success.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Faces Crucial Vote
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal, 20 years in the making, faces a crunch vote. While promising a massive free-trade zone, it sparks fierce protests from European farmers fearing cheap imports. Read the full details.
ECB holds rates steady at 2% as inflation cools
The European Central Bank keeps its key deposit rate at 2% for the fourth consecutive meeting. Analysts scrutinise Lagarde's comments for clues on future monetary policy amid uncertain inflation outlook. Read more.
German MPs approve €50bn military spending spree
German lawmakers greenlight a historic €50 billion in defence purchases, ramping up military readiness as Russia's threat grows and US commitments waver. Read the full details.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Hits French, Italian Roadblock
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal faces a major setback as Italy and France demand more safeguards for farmers, casting doubt on a signing ceremony planned for this weekend in Brazil.
Zamfara Gov Launches €5.1m EU Peace Project
Governor Dauda Lawal has launched a European Union-funded project to build peace and resilience in conflict-hit areas of Zamfara and Katsina, targeting over 95,000 people. Read more.
Troops Neutralise Kidnappers, Rescue Victims in Kaduna, Plateau
Nigerian troops record major successes against kidnappers in Kaduna and Plateau states, neutralizing 5, rescuing 4 victims, and foiling attacks. Details of the coordinated operations revealed.
EU to Scrap 2035 Combustion-Engine Car Ban
The EU is poised to abandon its 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars, replacing it with a 90% emission cut target. This major shift aims to support Europe's carmakers facing Chinese competition and slow EV adoption.
Tinubu holds closed-door meeting with military chiefs
President Bola Tinubu held a crucial closed-door meeting with Nigeria's service chiefs at the Presidential Villa. This is his first meeting with the high command since appointing the Defence Minister. Details inside.
Page 1 of 4