Tag: Boko Haram
Troops overrun more terrorists’ enclaves, shoot 20 dead
Dole said the operations led to the neutralisation of no fewer than 20 terrorists, adding that the ground forces advanced…
Rep. Al-Mustapha says North-East faring better under APC
He expressed optimism that the President Muhammadu Buhari-led Federal Government would succeed in its bid to tackle the security challenges…
Boko Haram commander Inn Kathir surrenders
Onyeuko said the surrender of Mustapha popularly known as Inn Kathir, who was the Qaid of Garin Ba-Abba, to troops…
US sanctions six Nigerians funding Boko Haram
The U.S, in a statement by Department of States spokesperson Ned Price, listed the individuals as Abdurrahman Ado Musa, Salihu…
Boko Haram: Sen. Lar defends Ali-Modu Sheriff
Sen. Victor Lar, Campaign Director, Ali-Modu Sheriff Campaign Organisation, has debunked allegations that Sen. Ali-Modu Sheriff, has links with the…
Boko Haram linked BDC owners detained for over 11 months, no trial
Wives and family members of the 45 Kano-based BDC operators have now taken their case to the Emir of Kano,…
Gun-battle in Borno: Troops send five Boko Haram terrorists to hell
Nwachukwu added that the troops in conjunction with CJTF were currently, combing the general area to track down the fleeing…
Terrorists on the run as troops set camp ablaze, kill many (Photos)
Also, the troops of 109 Strike Force Battalion in Magumeri, Borno State on fighting patrol and night ambush towards Mallumti…
UN Verdict: Nigeria can’t defeat Boko Haram/ISWAP on battlefield
ISWAP's video showing dozens of child fighters training in open fields and being taught in classrooms is a "clear" message…
Army, Boko Haram in fierce gun-battle: Three terrorists shot dead
Nwachukwu said the gallant troops, while conducting clearance operations, code named Operation DOMINANCE I, came in contact with the terrorists…
Over 24,000 terrorists surrendered in seven months – DHQ
Onyeuko said that troops eliminated several high-profile commanders and Amirs (leaders) of the terrorist groups during the period.
Troops kill 1,927 terrorists, bandits, rescue 3,831 captives
By Rotimi Ijikanmi The Federal Government on Thursday said no fewer than 1,927 terrorists and bandits were neutralised while 3,831…
No Boko Haram attack on SGF Mustapha’s hometown – Police
Online sources had claimed that the people of Dabna and Kwabre Villages in Dugwaba District of Hong Local Government Area…
Niger taking steps to eliminate ISWAP, Boko Haram – SSG Matane
Alhaji Ahmed Matane, Secretary to the State Government (SSG), revealed this to newsmen shortly after the screening exercise of the…
Army confirms death of 2 officers, 5 soldiers in battle with Boko Haram
The Nigerian Army on Saturday confirmed the death of two officers and five soldiers during gun-battle with insurgents in Borno…
Boko Haram brutally murders 100 district heads
The massacre was revealed on Thursday at a ceremony in which The Victims Support Fund (VSF), presented starter-packs to 52…
Massive battle: Police rescue soldier, 15 others abducted by Boko Haram
A team of policemen patrolling Maiduguri-Damaturu road, on Monday prevented the abduction of a soldier and 15 travellers by insurgents.
Boko Haram, ISWAP caliphate springs up in Niger state
ISWAP have assured us that they are ‘God sent’ to establish an Islamic caliphate, Matane said
Battle for Northeast: 31 Boko Haram terrorists shot dead, 71 arrested
The Defence Headquarters has said troops of Operation Hadin Kai, eliminated 31 terrorists, arrested 71, and received 1,186 surrendered insurgents…
Boko Haram terrorists suffer heavy losses in Pulka
He said the operation was conducted by troops deployed at 192 Battalion Forward Operations Base (FOB) on Wednesday.
Troops bomb Boko Haram’s hideout in Sambisa, kill 37 terrorists
The Joint troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have bombed Boko Haram's enclave in Sambisa Forest, killing 37 terrorists and…
Nigerian troops send 11 Boko Haram terrorists to hell
Troops of the Joint Task Force, North East Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have killed 11 Boko Haram/Islamic States West Africa…
Fact check: Have 13,243 Boko Haram fighters surrendered?
In the latest bulletin presented by Brigadier Bernard Onyeuko, spokesman of the Defence Headquarters, only 3,243 fighters have surrendered.
ICYMI: Boko Haram rules 500 communities in Niger state
Suleiman Chukuba, chairman of Shiroro LGA in Niger state, said over 500 communities in his LGA have been taken over…
Bloody weekend: Terrorists in NW, NE stage multiple attacks, soldiers, civilians killed
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters has not spoken on the attacks, but they came as the authorities claimed they were winning…
Boko Haram terrorists shift to Nigeria’s northwest: Military sources
Boko Haram militants were also training the gangs, known locally as bandits, in the use of anti-aircraft guns and explosives…
High profile sponsors of Boko Haram for trial soon
Government profiling some high-profile Nigerians strongly suspected to be financing terrorism for prosecution.
Why 8,000 Boko Haram terrorists surrendered – Nigerian Army
The Nigerian Army on Tuesday said over 8,000 Boko Haram terrorists surrendered because of the troops' overwhelming fire power.
Military busts suppliers of bomb materials to Boko Haram, arrests wanted terrorist
Spokesman Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu also revealed the arrest of a wanted terrorist, Yawi Modu. He was arrested along Damboa-Wajiroko…
6000 Boko Haram fighters surrender
Brigadier General Bernard Onyeuko, Acting Director, Defence Media Operations attributed the development to the military’s counter-insurgency efforts.