Tag: Nigerian Army
Troops rescue 17 kidnapped passengers in Kogi
The Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Hassan Abdullahi, stated that the incident occurred on Wednesday at Opamaru village,…
Nigerian troops nab 54 terror suspects, rescue 9 kidnapped victims
In the North West, the source said the troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA rescued eight kidnapped victims at Tungar Miragumi…
Troops nab 11 terrorists’ logistics suppliers, rescue 9 kidnapped victims
In Abuja, troops also seized 114 livestock, recovered ₦1.1 million in cash, one pump action gun, four cartridges, petroleum products…
Army guns down dreaded bandit leader in Kogi
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the killing of a notorious bandit commander, Kachalla Bala, during a fierce gun battle in…
Army nabs ‘errand girl’ for bandits
The Nigerian Army has arrested a notorious female logistics supplier fingered in aiding the operations of Zamfara’s bandit kingpin, Ado…
Troops kill 15 terrorists in Katsina, nab 13 suspects in Kaduna, Benue
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke killed one armed herder during clearance operations, in Logo Local Government Area of Benue.
Army hands over fake Major to Lagos Police after dramatic Oshodi arrest
Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, hailed the Army’s decisive action and urged residents to remain alert to…
Soldiers kill dozens of ISWAP fighters in fierce border battle
More than 35 terrorists were killed in the joint operation, while several others sustained injuries.
Troops gun down seven bandits in Katsina raid
“Troops responded swiftly to the intelligence, engaging the armed bandits in a fierce gun battle. Seven were neutralised, while others…
Oluyede harps on importance of logistics, synergy to Army’s operation
Oluyede reaffirmed his “soldier first” philosophy, stressing that prioritising the welfare and readiness of troops remained central to operational success.
Army appoints new PSOs, GOCs, others in major shake-up
COAS Oluyede charged the newly appointed officers to redouble their efforts in sustaining ongoing operations against terrorism, insurgency and other…
Army speaks explosion, fire at Ijebu Ode military base
By Oladapo Udom The Nigerian Army has confirmed that a localized explosion occurred within a storage building of the 42…
Army warns against malpractices as 260 officers sit for senior staff course qualifying exam
The examination was designed to assess the officers’ determination, capabilities, and proficiency in their respective areas of specialisation.
Troops kill ISWAP/JAS terror kingpin Amirul Fiya, rescue victims
The troops also apprehended other suspects, rescued kidnapped victims and recovered assorted arms and ammunition in the operations took place…
Troops neutralise terrorists, arrest suspects in multiple operations
In Borno, she said the troops of 151 Task Force Battalion ambushed and neutralised two ISWAP/JAS terrorists in Bula Daburu…
Banditry: Army deploys troops to Kogi community
Community members welcomed the intervention. Speaking on behalf of the Olle-Bunu people, Elder John Ebajemito pledged full cooperation with security…
Nigerian army deals heavy blow to terrorists, criminals
One of the surrendered insurgents revealed he had fled a terrorist training camp, underscoring the mounting pressure on terror cells....
Buhari supported me to lead Army through historic transformation – Buratai
Under his leadership and with his belief in our mission, we successfully reclaimed all territories previously held by Boko Haram…
Troops kill 15 terrorists, nab scores in decisive operations
In the North East, the source said the troops conducted offensive operations targeting ISWAP/JAS enclaves in Tangalanga and Bula Marwa…
Troops kill more terrorists, recover weapons across Nigeria
Troops also apprehended two suspected terrorist collaborators during a fighting patrol to Gudun village in Illela Local Government Area.
‘How troops captured 60 terrorists’ bombs, killed many terrorists in Borno’
The troops discovered the IEDs at a bridge linking Marte – Dikwa,
Troops avert terrorists’ plot for mayhem in Borno, recover 56 bombs
The IEDs were carefully concealed on the strategic bridge, allegedly with the aim of inflicting mass casualties
Army, LAGESC shut down Oko Oba Abattoir in midnight sweep
The Lagos State Government had said it would close down the Oko-Oba Abattoir indefinitely over what it described as appalling…
Katsina: Eight bandit kingpins surrender weapons, free 16 kidnapped victims
The notorious bandits released 16 kidnapped persons, comprising seven women and nine children, and pledged to release the remaining captives…
Army injects 6,195 fresh combatants to enhance operation
A total of 6,450 candidates commenced the training in January but 255 could not complete the training.
Nigerian Army to deploy 604 special forces troops
Speaking at the graduation ceremony of the troops on Tuesday in Kaduna, Oluyede commended the troops for acquiring skills in…
Troops kill ‘most wanted’ terror kingpin Abu Fatima in Borno
Abu Fatima had been on the most-wanted list of security agencies due to his role in orchestrating multiple high-profile attacks…
Why we detained Cpl. Amina Maidoki – Army
Nigerian army acknowledges the concerns of Cpl. Maidoki’s family and sympathises with the emotional toll this may cause.
Troops kill bandit, recover weapons in Taraba
The military operations across Taraba State were aimed at flushing out criminal elements and denying them freedom of action within…
Army Strikes: 31 Arrested in Benin for employment scam, criminal activities exposed
Oteh disclosed that numerous individuals had been deceived by one Mr. Marvin Osabunye, who is currently on the run, with…