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There have been insinuations in some quarters discrediting the efforts of the Nigerian government towards addressing the various security challenges in the country. This trend in recent times has assumed …
Global Peace Index and Nigeria’s resilience against all odds Read More
New facts have emerged on the circumstances that led to the death of Terwase Akwaza popularly known as Gana, the notorious militia leader that terrorised Benue state and environs for …
Revealed! How Gana’s gang members caused his death – Eye witness account Read More
National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has engaged key officers and soldiers of Sector 2, Operation Lafiya Dole in Yobe state in a training to reduce the high rate of infringement …
In Yobe, NHRC trains military on civilian protection Read More
When service chiefs were appointed in July 2015, like many people with keen interest in the polity especially security. I went further to dig into the profile of the newly …
Banditry: Matters arising as Buratai comes to the rescue Read More
The African Union has condemned the arrest of President Ibrahim Keita and Prime Minister Boubou Cisse. Mutineering soldiers in Mali on Tuesday detained Keita and some members of his cabinet …
AU condemns Mali president, MP’s arrest Read More
The Defence Headquarters has disclosed that troops Operation WHIRL PUNCH have killed unidentified number of bandit’s Tashan kare in Niger state. Coordinator Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. John Enenche said …
Military kills several bandits in Niger, loses 3 soldiers Read More
…Says we‘re leaving nothing to chance on US warning The Defence Headquarters has described the allegation that soldiers fighting Boko haram/ISWAP terrorists in Baga axis of Northern Borno of engaging …
Fishing, livestock business allegations against soldiers baseless – DHQ Read More
The 82 Division of the Nigerian Army, Enugu, has distanced their personnel from any army formation under the division from the robbery of the bullion van in Abakaliki, Ebonyi state, …
Army disowns soldiers arrested over Ebonyi bullion van robbery Read More
Two suspected armed robbers were Thursday, killed by the troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH), in Jos metropolis. Information and media officer of the OPSH, Major Ibrahim Shittu, said in …
Soldiers kill 2 armed robbery suspects in Jos Read More
No fewer than 4,918 recruits including 400 females on Saturday passed out after completion of six months training at the depot Nigerian Army, Zaria. Speaking at the occasion, the Reviewing …
Be good ambassadors of Army, nation, Butatai tasks new intakes Read More
Boko Haram on Saturday stormed a Military checkpoint and opened fire on Soldiers on duty in Mongonu, Borno state. This is happening just after three days the dreaded terrorists killed …
Breaking: Boko Haram invades checkpoint in Borno, opens fire on Soldiers Read MoreSoldiers who threatened to rape women in Warri, Delta state have been arrested The Nigerian Army spokesperson, Colonel Sagir Musa, who disclosed this, Friday, said they were arrested at 9 …
Breaking: Army arrest Soldier threatening to rape women in viral video, launch investigation Read MoreMinister of Defence, Maj.-Gen. Bashir Magashi (rtd), on Tuesday presented cheques to next-of-kins of the deceased officers and men of the armed forces who died in battle front in 2019. …
Minister of defence presents cheques to families of fallen heroes Read MoreNews of the Chad troops pullout from the fight against Boko Haram, coupled with a local report of Nigerian troops also leaving the vicinity, sparked concern among local people in …
Fear of Boko Haram attack sends residents away as Chad troops leave Nigeria Read MoreAfter an alert from neighbour around Mpape, a nearby suburb in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, Policemen and Soldiers have surrounded a popular bank where suspected armed robbers broke into to rob. …
Happening Now: Police, troops ‘cage’ armed robbers in failed bank operation around Abuja suburb Read MoreFormer Governor of Bauchi state Mr Isa Yuguda said Tuesday that soldiers, policemen and other security personnel need special prayers from well-meaning Nigerians to enable them overcome the security challenges …
Insecurity: Soldiers, police need prayers from Nigerians – Yuguda Read MoreGunmen killed 17 Niger soldiers in an ambush near the border with Mali, a security source said Wednesday, adding 11 were still missing a day later. The attack occurred Tuesday …
Breaking: Gunmen ambush Soldiers, kill 17 Read MoreWithin a spate of one week, Nigeria lost two of its illustrious sons: Senator Joseph Waku and Maj-Gen. David Ejoor. Sen. Waku died on Sunday, February 3, 2019 after a …
Tributes to Waku, Ejoor Read MoreUS President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have made an unannounced Christmas visit to US troops in Iraq. They travelled there “late on Christmas night” to thank troops …
Photo-speaks: Trump, wife visit Iraq, take selfie with US troops at Christmas Read MoreThe Taraba state government has raised the alarm that it no longer enjoys the confidence of the federal government security apparatus deployed to the state. The Senior Special Adviser …
Herdsmen killing: Taraba loses confidence in troops Read MoreAgain, it is with a heavy heart I conclude republishing my letters to northern leaders. This is because history is boldly and unambiguously repeating itself. And, what makes it more …
An open letter to Northern leaders (III) Read MoreSuspected Boko Haram insurgents have reportedly killed eight soldiers in Sassawa village, Damaturu local government area of Yobe state. According to Daily Trust, the insurgents came to the village in five …
Boko Haram kills eight soldiers in Yobe attack Read More