Category : Military


Nigerian Military Loses 3 Commanding Officers in 7 Days

The Nigerian military has suffered devastating losses with three commanding officers killed in separate attacks within one week in Borno state as ISWAP escalates operations. Security experts warn of continuing insurgent threats.

Boko Haram Overruns Borno Base, Commanding Officer Killed

Boko Haram insurgents overran a military base in Kukawa, Borno State, killing the commanding officer and other personnel. The attack occurred weeks after troops had successfully repelled a similar assault on the same facility.

Army Buries Soldiers Killed by Boko Haram in Borno Ceremony

The Nigerian Army has conducted a burial ceremony for soldiers killed in a confrontation with Boko Haram insurgents in Borno state, with military leaders and state officials honoring their sacrifice and pledging support to families.

Nigeria's First Military Jetty to Create 7,000+ Jobs

Nigeria is set to commission its first dedicated military jetty in Lagos in June 2026, a strategic defense infrastructure project expected to generate employment for over 7,000 retired military officers and civilian professionals while boosting local defe

Four Arrested in London for Alleged Iran Spying, Targeting Jews

Four men, including an Iranian and three dual British-Iranian nationals, have been arrested in London on suspicion of spying for Iran. The Counter Terrorism Policing investigation focuses on alleged surveillance of Jewish community locations and individua

Tinubu Appoints Olatunji Disu as Nigeria's New Police Chief

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Olatunji Disu as the Inspector General of Police, succeeding Kayode Egbetokun. Disu brings over three decades of policing experience, including intelligence leadership and international peacekeeping roles.

US Soldier's Last Words Before Death in Iran Conflict Released

Declan Coady, a 20-year-old US Army Reserve Sergeant from Iowa, was killed in a drone strike in Kuwait just hours after reassuring his family he was safe. The second-year Drake University student had chosen deployment despite possible exemption.

Fact Check: No Iranian Drone Shot Down in Sokoto

A viral claim that Nigerian troops intercepted an Iranian drone in Sokoto has been debunked. The video originated from Iraq, not Nigeria, and military authorities have not confirmed any such incident.

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