Tag: Nigerian Army
How we eliminated insurgents, rescued kidnapped victims in Niger, Kaduna — Army
“In the same vein, in early hours of 24 December 2023, acting on credible intelligence, troops of 1 Division ambushed…
‘Consider joining politics’- Badaru woos 113 retired Army Generals
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), LT.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja said the regimental dinner was to appreciate the retired senior officers…
Four soldiers dead, 2 oil workers missing in gunmen ambush in Rivers
The deceased soldiers were attached to the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army.
Army denies involvement in Edo community land tussle
Army described as untrue the story by one Aigbogo Emmanuel alleging that personnel of the Brigade are interfering in land…
Islamic forum demands justice over bombing of Kaduna community
The spokesman of the Forum, Mallam Abubakar Rabo called on the Federal Government to ensure the arrest and prosecution of…
MURIC tackles Army on bombing of Kaduna villagers
MURIC said this while strongly condemning the killing of unarmed and innocent villagers in the Kaduna bombing mishap.
Tudun Biri bombing: JNI calls for thorough probe, punishment for perpetrators
JNI also said those responsible for deadly drone attacks on the villagers must be held accountable under the subsisting laws.
Nigerian Army distributes educational materials to schools in Ogun
Aminu noted that the programme was aimed at contributing to host communities and bolstering the country's education sector.
Kaduna village bombing: How I lost 34 members of my family – Resident
Over 80 people were said to have been killed when drones from the Nigerian Army bombarded residents in a mistaken…
Tinubu angry over army bombing of Kaduna village
By Paul Dada President Bola Tinubu has expressed indignation and grief over the bombing of Tundun Biri village, in the…
Nigerian Army claims responsibility for bombing of Kaduna village
Over 30 people were reportedly killed when the village was bombed on Sunday night, with many others reportedly injured.
Army donates borehole, undertakes healthcare initiative at Ogun communities
The baale (community leader) of Alamala, High Chief Akimade Yemi, expressed gratitude for the initiative.
What Army promises Nigerians during Yuletide
“As it stands today, troops have maintained an offensive posture, conducting several kinetic and non-kinetic operations in the forms of…
Lagbaja mourns as former COAS Chris Alli dies at 79
Alli, who was appointed the 9th COAS in November 1993 and was in office until his retirement from service in…
Lt. Col. Imam emerges first Professor of Nigerian Army
At the NDA, Lt. Col. Imam has through his Research and Development efforts enormously contributed to enhancing the visibility of…
12 things to know about late Aderonke Kale, Nigeria’s first female Army General
Kale who passed away last Wednesday in London was also the first woman to attain the rank of Major General…
BREAKING: Troops arrest alleged mastermind of murder of Plateau Fulani leader in Lagos
"The relentless pursuit by OPSH led to his tracking and subsequent arrest in the Ogba area of Lagos State, where…
Massive break: Illegal weapon-manufacturing factory uncovered in Plateau, weapons uncovered
The recovered items include 6 AK-47 rifles, 4 sub-machine guns, 11 AK rifle bodies, a pistol and 7 x AK…
Seven bandits shot dead in battle with troops in Kaduna
Yahaya disclosed that similarly, on 3 November, 2023, acting on credible intelligence, troops carried out clearance operations around the general…
Troops foil Boko Haram attack in Kano, arrest suspects, recover guns, bombs
Troops of 3 Brigade Nigerian Army and the DSS operatives carried out the raid to stop and apprehend suspected Boko…
COAS Lagbaja: Nigerian Army has acquired electronic warfare capabilities
Lagbaja said this on Monday in Abuja, at the opening of the Maiden Cyber Security Workshop of the Nigerian Army…
Nigerian Army excited by performance of officers in promotion examination
The Examination President emphasized the significance of this achievement in enhancing the morale of the military officers. "Their success here…
‘We’ll crush you mercilessly,’ Army commander warns criminals in Benue
Nzan explained that the operation aimed at checkmating various skirmishes and criminality within the state, especially during the yuletide period.
Army, para-military stage 10km walk to strengthen relationship
At the walk were the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Navy, Immigration, Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Traffic Compliance Enforcement…
Troops clear IPOB/ESN hideouts, recover IEDs, rocket propeller
The clearance operations, which took place simultaneously on Thursday, were carried out on the Ihioma-Ihittenansa communities in Orsu Local Government…
COAS Lagbaja orders probe of alleged poor feeding of troops
The Nigerian army said had always prioritised the welfare of troops, including their nutrition, adding that it has a comprehensive…
Tinubu approves payment for 12 attack helicopters
The 12 MD 530F Cayuse attack helicopters would operationalise the Nigerian army aviation unit, which was set up to improve…
Nigerian army launches special operation to tackle banditry
Maj.-Gen. Sunday Igbinomwanhia, the Commander of Operation Whirl Stroke, launched the operation.
Army to restore nightlife in Imo
The commander further stated that the Joint Night Patrol Teams would bring the expertise, dedication and unwavering resolve of soldiers,…
Army speaks on ‘Ghana-must-go’ bags containing money carted away by robbers
Capt. Yemi Sokoya, Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, in a statement on Friday in Benin, said that media reports suggesting…