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Army Chief Hails Retired General Atewe's Service
Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Shaibu commended retired Maj. Gen. Emmanuel Atewe for his outstanding service. The praise was delivered at his sister's funeral in Agbor. Read about his legacy.
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.
Nigeria Mourns Ex-NYSC DG, Brig-Gen Soyemi Sofoluwe
Nigeria mourns Brigadier-General Soyemi Ayodele Sofoluwe (rtd), former NYSC DG and military educator, who passed at 80. Celebrate his legacy of integrity and service.
US Vice President JD Vance Trains with Navy SEALs
Photos show US Vice President JD Vance enduring intense Navy SEALs training in California. The Marine veteran praised the elite forces, highlighting the administration's focus on military readiness.
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.
Troops kill 17 terrorists in Borno operation
Nigerian Army troops and Civilian JTF foil attack, kill 17 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Konduga, Borno. Read the full report on the successful military operation.
US Conducts Surveillance Flights Over Nigeria
The US is reportedly conducting intelligence flights over Nigeria, signaling deeper security ties. Get the full details on the aircraft, routes, and implications for Nigeria-US relations.
Russian Warlord 'The Spaniard' Dies in Mysterious Shooting
Stanislav 'Spaniard' Orlov, leader of a neo-Nazi football hooligan battalion, shot dead near Sevastopol. Russian authorities give vague explanation. Read the full report.
Senior Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Bombing
A top Russian military official, Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov, was killed in a car bombing in Moscow. Authorities are investigating, with potential Ukrainian involvement suggested. Read the latest details.
Nigerian Air Force Pays Sokoto Airstrike Compensation
The Nigerian Air Force has paid compensation to families affected by the December 2024 accidental airstrike in Sokoto that killed 13 civilians. Details on the investigation and new civilian harm mitigation plan inside.
Troops Nab Notorious Bandit Leader in Benue-Taraba
Nigerian Army troops arrest high-value bandit leader Fidelis Gayama in Benue State. The operation deals a blow to criminal networks terrorizing the border axis. Read more on the security crackdown.
Military on High Alert for Christmas, New Year Security
The Defence Headquarters assures robust security for Yuletide, deploying troops and new recruits. Citizens urged to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities.
Army on High Alert for Christmas Over Terrorist Threat
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters confirms robust security measures are in place nationwide for Christmas. Troops, special forces, and air units are on high alert following reports of planned attacks. Citizens urged to remain vigilant.
Army Launches Affordable Housing Scheme for Soldiers in Ibadan
Chief of Army Staff Lt-Gen Waidi Shaibu commissions 60-unit AHOOAS housing estate in Ibadan, boosting troop welfare and post-service stability. Read more on this key welfare initiative.
Troops Kill 21 Boko Haram Fighters in Borno Ambush
Nigerian Army troops, in a joint operation, ambushed and killed 21 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Borno State, disrupting a major logistics convoy. Read the full details of the successful counter-terrorism operation.
Drone Strike Kills 10 in Sudan's Darfur Market
A drone attack on a market in Sudan's North Darfur state killed 10 people, as fighting intensifies and aid workers are evacuated from the famine-hit city of Kadugli. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Macron Announces New French Nuclear Aircraft Carrier
French President Macron approves construction of a new, larger nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to replace the Charles de Gaulle, announcing the move during a visit to French troops in the UAE.
Air Force Compensates Sokoto Airstrike Victims
The Nigerian Air Force has finally handed over compensation to families affected by the December 2024 accidental strike in Sokoto. The move follows criticism over civilian casualties in anti-bandit operations. Read the full report.
21 ISWAP Terrorists Killed in Borno Clash
Nigerian Army troops and CJTF neutralized 21 ISWAP terrorists in a fierce gun battle along Damboa-Maiduguri Road. Read the full details of the operation.
Army, CJTF Neutralise 21 Terrorists in Borno
Nigerian Army troops and Civilian JTF eliminate 21 ISWAP terrorists in a fierce gunfight along Damboa-Maiduguri Road. Read the full details of the operation.
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.
Army finds bomb, arrests terrorist suppliers in Borno
Nigerian troops neutralized an IED on Damboa-Komala road and arrested two suspects supplying food to terrorists. Read the full details of the Operation HADIN KAI success.
HURIWA Slams Army Over Warri Killing, Demands Probe
HURIWA condemns the Nigerian Army for the killing of Ugochukwu Oghenekaro Bonny in Warri, calls for an independent investigation and warns against militarisation of civilian spaces. Justice is a test for the military.
Army Captures Weapons, Logistics for ISWAP in Borno
Nigerian Army troops in Borno intercepted two vans carrying weapons and vital supplies for ISWAP terrorists. Read the full details of the intelligence-led operation and the items recovered.
Troops Kill Terrorists, Foil Borno Infiltration Attempt
Operation HADIN KAI troops repel terrorists in Bitta, Borno, killing several and recovering weapons. Air strikes disrupt escape. Read the full report.
Tinubu to AFCSC Graduates: Drive Security Reforms
President Bola Tinubu charges new AFCSC Jaji graduates to spearhead Nigeria's security transformation against complex threats. Read his full message on discipline and patriotism.
Army Arrests Gunrunner, Recovers Arms in Plateau
Nigerian Army troops, with DSS, arrested a gunrunner and seized a large cache of arms in Bokkos and Mangu, Plateau State. The operation aims to ensure a peaceful Christmas season. Read more.
CNG: Media Narratives Threaten National Security Efforts
The Coalition of Northern Groups expresses deep concern over sensational media reports on the NSA's counter-terrorism efforts, warning they risk inflaming tensions and undermining national unity. Read the full statement.
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