Trump invites Colombia president after threats
US President Donald Trump has invited Colombia's Gustavo Petro to the White House, days after threatening military action over alleged drug trafficking. Read the full story on the diplomatic shift.
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55 Soldiers Killed in US Raid to Capture Maduro
Official tolls confirm 55 Cuban and Venezuelan military personnel died during a US operation to seize Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. Details inside.
Army Foils Armed Robbery on Kaduna-Abuja Highway
Nigerian Army troops thwarted an armed robbery on the Kaduna-Abuja highway, arresting one suspect. Read how the operation unfolded and the Army's message to the public.
Soldiers Recover Weapons Cache Linked to Criminal Kingpin
Nigerian soldiers have uncovered a major arms cache in Taraba linked to suspected kingpin John Ngata. The haul includes 13 AK-47 rifles and hand grenades. Read the full details of the operation here.
Badenoch: US Venezuela Action Morally Right
UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch defends US military action in Venezuela, citing her childhood under Nigerian military rule. She draws a clear line with Greenland.
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.
Trump's 18-Month Plan for US Oil in Venezuela
US President Donald Trump outlines a timeline for American oil companies to expand operations in Venezuela within 18 months, following the capture of Nicolas Maduro. Details inside.
UN Divided Over U.S. Capture of Venezuela's Maduro
The UN Security Council is deeply divided after the U.S. military captured Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro. Read the latest on the emergency session and global reaction.
Petro to 'Take Up Arms' After Trump Threats
Colombian President Gustavo Petro, a former guerrilla, vows to take up arms in response to threats from US President Donald Trump. Read the full story on the escalating tensions.
Maduro in US Court After Dramatic Capture in Caracas
Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro faces a US court hearing after a military operation. The crisis reshapes geopolitics and global oil markets. Read the full analysis.
Troops Intercept Criminal Kingpin's Wife, Recover Arms in Taraba
Nigerian troops intercept wife of notorious criminal John Ngata, leading to recovery of 13 AK-47 rifles, grenades, and ammunition in Taraba. A major blow to criminal networks.
Trump Warns Colombia Could Face US Military Operation
Former US President Donald Trump warns Colombia could be next for military action, attacks President Gustavo Petro. Read the explosive details and regional fallout.
Cuba: US Killed 32 Nationals in Venezuela Raid
Cuba accuses the US of killing 32 of its nationals during the military operation in Venezuela that captured President Maduro. Havana declares national mourning.
Army neutralises 23 terrorists in Kano-Katsina operation
Nigerian military eliminates 23 terrorists fleeing Kano in a coordinated air-ground strike. Amnesty International condemns separate attacks in Plateau and Kaduna. Read the full report.
Air Force Arrests 6 Drug Suspects in Lagos, Hands to NDLEA
The Nigerian Air Force has arrested six drug suspects in Lagos and recovered cocaine, codeine, and other narcotics. The suspects were handed over to the NDLEA in a major inter-agency operation. Read the full details.
Army Recovers 13 Rifles, Arrests 15 in Delta Operation
Nigerian Army troops arrest 15 suspects and recover 13 pump action rifles in Delta State. Read the full details of the successful operation against criminal elements.
US Forces Capture Venezuelan President Maduro in Night Raid
US military captures Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and wife in daring night raid. Details of Operation Absolute Resolve revealed. Read the full story.
Venezuela Court Names Acting President After US Seizes Maduro
Venezuela's Supreme Court appoints Delcy Rodriguez as acting president after US forces capture Nicolas Maduro. Global reactions and constitutional crisis unfold. Read the full details.
UK Monitoring Venezuela Crisis After US Military Action
UK minister Kemi Badenoch says Britain is closely monitoring the fast-moving situation in Venezuela after the US military operation against President Maduro. Get the latest details and international reactions.
Maduro Captured in US Operation, Flown Out of Venezuela
US President Donald Trump announces the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a Caracas operation. Details on the military escalation and regional implications.
U.S. Military Action in Venezuela, Explosions in Caracas
Breaking: U.S. forces launch military operations in Venezuela. Explosions reported in Caracas. State of emergency declared. Get the latest updates and analysis.
Army Sets Up Two New Bases in Northeast, Rescues 366
The Nigerian Army has established two Forward Operating Bases in Duji and Kekeno to boost counter-terrorism. Troops also rescued 366 civilians and recovered 254 weapons in recent operations.
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.
Yoruba Group Backs US-Nigeria Military Strikes
The Alliance for Yoruba Democratic Movements supports the joint US-Nigeria operation in Sokoto, warns of retaliation in Southwest, and calls for security pacts with Russia and Israel. Read more.
Nigeria-US Airstrike Hits Sokoto Terrorist Targets
Sokoto State confirms a joint Nigeria-US airstrike targeted terrorists in Tangaza LGA. No civilian casualties reported. Government welcomes international security collaboration. Read more.
Sokoto Confirms US-Nigeria Airstrike, No Civilian Casualties
Sokoto State Government confirms joint US-Nigeria airstrikes in Tangaza LGA. No civilian casualties reported. Investigations ongoing into suspicious objects found near Jabo.
Nigeria, US Conduct Joint Airstrikes on Terrorists in Sokoto
The Nigerian Armed Forces confirm precision strikes with the US against foreign ISIS elements in Sokoto. Get the full details on this major security operation.
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.
Tinubu Approved US Airstrikes on ISIS in Sokoto
Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar confirms President Tinubu approved joint US airstrikes on ISIS in Sokoto after a 19-minute call. Get the full details on the operation and government's stance.
Explosion in Sokoto's Jabo Town Triggers Panic, US Strikes Announced
Residents of Jabo, Sokoto, fled homes after an explosive device detonated. The incident followed President Trump's announcement of a US military operation in Nigeria's North West. Read full details.
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