Troops deployed under Operation Whirl Stroke have safely recovered an unexploded ordnance (UXO) discovered during a routine security patrol in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, preventing what could have posed a serious risk to residents. The device was found in Tse Orkpen, a community near Ukpiam, during a patrol carried out by personnel […]
Security forces have intensified efforts to combat crude oil theft in the Niger Delta after uncovering a suspected illegal crude oil refining site hidden inside the Orashi National Forest in Rivers State. The operation, carried out in Ahoada West Local Government Area, led to the recovery of equipment believed to have been used for illicit […]
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President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening the Nigerian Army through technology-driven reforms, enhanced military capabilities, and local defence manufacturing as Nigeria continues to confront terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and emerging cross-border security threats. The pledge was made during the grand finale of the 163rd Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL 2026) held […]
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Nigerian Soldiers Repel Coordinated Attack in Zurmi as Security Reinforced Nigerian military personnel successfully repelled an overnight terrorist attack on a Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Moriki, located in Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State, preventing the assailants from overrunning the military position despite a coordinated assault. According to information shared by security sources, […]
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The Nigerian military has intensified its counter-terrorism campaign in Katsina State following the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, with troops launching a new offensive operation aimed at dismantling criminal networks operating across parts of the North-West. The Defence Headquarters Joint Task Force North West has commenced Operation Clean Sweep III, a coordinated military […]
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Nigeria’s worsening security challenges have reached another troubling level as at least seven military figures — including serving commanders and a retired senior officer — have reportedly lost their lives to terrorist attacks, banditry, and kidnapping-related incidents since the beginning of 2026. The deaths have intensified concerns over the country’s ability to contain insurgency, especially […]
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The Katsina State Government has celebrated a significant achievement in its ongoing battle against banditry and kidnapping, marking a decisive victory with a successful joint military operation that led to the neutralization of notorious bandit kingpin Gwaska and over 100 of his criminal associates. This successful operation also resulted in the dismantling of several criminal […]
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The Nigerian government is set to unveil new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) distribution refueling stations in various regions, including Enugu, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Lokoja in Kogi State, Port Harcourt in Rivers State, Ado Ekiti in Ekiti, and Abia State. The official commissioning of these stations is scheduled for April 25, 2025. In addition, […]
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Troops from the Nigerian Army’s 3 Division and Operation Safe Haven have successfully apprehended two notorious kidnappers and terrorists in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State. The arrest was the result of a well-planned sting operation following actionable intelligence reports. Operation Golden Peace Leads to Arrest in Plateau Counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama, […]
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The Nigerian Army honors its late mascot horse, Sgt. Dalet Akawala, with a full military funeral, celebrating its legacy of loyalty and courage. The Nigerian Army’s 1 Division in Kaduna paid its final respects to its cherished mascot horse, Sgt. Dalet Danfari Akawala, in a full military funeral held on Saturday, January 25, 2025. The […]
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In the aftermath of recent farmer killings, Nigerian Army troops, operating under the umbrella of Operation Fansan Yanma, have successfully dealt a significant blow to terrorist groups in Sokoto and Kebbi states. According to a security source, Zagazola Makama, a series of well-coordinated operations were carried out targeting local government councils, including Illela, Tangaza, Gudu, […]
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On January 4, 2025, the Nigerian military successfully neutralized 34 Boko Haram/Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists during a fierce confrontation in Sabon Gari, Damboa Local Government Area, Borno State. Unfortunately, six soldiers lost their lives in the encounter. Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, confirmed the incident in a press […]
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Renowned terrorist and bandit leader, Bello Turji, is reportedly in hiding, moving between concealed locations, after the Nigerian Army successfully neutralized many of his fighters in Zamfara State. This was disclosed by Lt. Col. Abubakar Abdullahi, spokesperson for Operation FansanYamma, a special military task force targeting terrorism in Northwest Nigeria. In a recent interview, Abdullahi […]
