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Military kills dozens of Terrorists, arrests 100 suspects in One Week
The Nigerian military has intensified its nationwide offensive against terrorism and violent crime, neutralising dozens of insurgents, arresting more than…
Nigerian Military hails successful U.S. strikes on ISIS terrorists in Northwest
Uba reaffirmed the military's dedication to safeguarding Nigerian lives and property, stating: “The Armed Forces of Nigeria remains fully committed…
Wike: I’ll not condone lawlessness by military officers, serving or retired
According to Wike, Nigerians must learn to obey the law, adding that the FCT Administration would not tolerate any attempt…
FACT CHECK: Was there really a Coup attempt against Tinubu in Nigeria?
Therefore, based on all available and verified information, the alleged coup attempt remains unsubstantiated.
Gbajabiamila recounts his failed attempts to become a soldier
The former Speaker of House of Representatives described his love for the military is deep and enduring, describing soldiers as…
Nigerian troops kill top Boko Haram commanders, many fighters
According to him, precision air strikes “inflicted devastating casualties” on the insurgents, with more than 20 bodies and dismembered parts…
North Central youths laud military over victory against terrorists
The group gave the commendation in a statement jointly signed by its President, Sunday Dikko, and Secretary...
ISWAP terrorists commander, Ibn Ali, surrenders, others killed in Borno – DHQ
The troops also eliminated many terrorists while many others, including adult males and females including children, also surrendered to troops…
‘Nigerian troops kill 6,260 terrorists, rescue 5,365 civilians in 2 years’
In the North-Central, killed 730 terrorists, bandits and violent extremists, and arrested 7,153 violent extremists
Nigerian military detains Chinese national over suspected link to terrorists
The Chinese national who was arrested during military operations against terrorists claimed he is a miner with operations in Borno…
Nigerian troops kill wanted terrorist, Onowu, scores of others – DHQ
Onowu was responsible for coordinating series of attacks and kidnapping across the South East and had been on the wanted…
Nigerian troops kill Abba Allai, other terrorist commanders, fighters
The commanders were killed alongside many of their foot soldiers, Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye, said while briefing…
‘How troops killed Bello Turji’s son, other terrorists’ kingpins in Zamfara’
The son of the notorious terrorists was killed by troops during a raid on Turji's stronghold on Fakai high ground…
Military and task of keeping Nigerians safe while crushing terrorists
However, it was the decision of NAF to initially stay tight-lipped about the incident that elicited displeasure from both the…
‘Six soldiers, 34 terrorists killed,’ DHQ speaks on ISWAP’s attack on Borno military base
The statement said “On 4 January 2025, an unspecified number of ISWAP/BHT terrorists riding on motorcycles and Gun trucks engaged…
Nigerian military speaks on use of drones used by terrorists
Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations told journalists in Abuja on Friday that the drones being used by…
How 10 civilians died from airstrikes targeted at Lakurawa terrorists in Sokoto – Military
The Defence Headquarters, DHQ, through its Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba told journalists in Abuja that the Sokoto…
Troops neutralise 135, apprehend 185 terrorists in one week
Buba said the troops also recovered 113 assorted weapons and 2,415 ammunition comprising 72 AK47 rifles, 11 fabricated rifles, 15…
Military restoring hope to troubled communities – Group
He added that the military had continued to play its role to make more resources available, urging political leaders to…
Military affirms loyalty to Tinubu, orders action against coup mongers
According to him, the armed forces is steadfastly committed to the preservation and advancement of our democracy and are loyal…
Nigerian military speaks on terrorists’ ambush on troops in Borno
According to him, while an army Lieutenant died in the Borno ambush, four other personnel, who sustained injuries in action,…
Professor, 7 others declared wanted over killing of 17 soldiers in Delta
The 17 personnel of 181 Amphibious Battalion comprising a Lieutenant Colonel, two Majors, one Captain and 13 soldier were murdered…
‘Decomposing hearts recovered,’ Military speaks on search for killers of soldiers in Delta
the Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj -Gen. Edward Buba, in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja, said troops are…
Nigerian military dismisses alleged coup plot, threatens legal action
Gusau said the publication also alleged amongst other things that the suspicion prompted emergency meeting involving President Bola Tinubu, the…
Nigerian military issues strong warning to those calling for coup
Musa who called the coup advocates enemies of Nigeria, restated the commitment of the military to continuing to protect democracy…
Nigerian military is capable of ending insecurity — Tinubu
"Let me reiterate the urgency to upscale the fight against insecurity, which has robbed us of peace and progress. While…
Military kills three top terrorists’ commanders, 43 others
He said troops had during the week in other operations, neutralised 43 other terrorists with 76 of them apprehended and…
Military wipes out 43 terrorists, arrests 115 others
Buba added that troops also apprehended 17 perpetrators of oil theft and rescued 39 kidnapped hostages in the South-South region.
Why troops’ response to attacks on Plateau villages was delayed – DHQ
Over 150 villages have been confirmed killed by the gunmen who attacked 36 villages across the local governments of Plateau…
Military opens up on deadly terrorists’ attack on Yobe governor’s convoy
Giving more insights into the incident on Monday, the Defence Headquarters said troops of 29 Task Force Brigade foiled the…