Tag: Nigerian military
25 Boko Haram commanders, chief judge killed, terrorists in disarray
No fewer than 25 high profile Boko Haram commanders have been neutralised by Nigeria's Air Force and ground forces in…
No sign of Boko Haram in Gwoza, Emir thanks army
Emir of Gwoza, Alhaji Mohammed Timta, has commended the Nigerian Army for defeating Boko Haram terrorists in Gwoza, Borno state…
Salary increases for police, military, DSS
Nigeria's securitymen in the police, armed forces and the Department of State Services(DSS) and National Intelligence Agency, will also benefit…
Action Against Hunger reacts to military crackdown, makes bad case worse
Action Against Hunger shut down by Nigeria's military authorities on Wednesday for allegedly aiding Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists has…
Boko Haram: Army declares AAH persona non grata, explains office shutdown
The Nigerian military has explained why the offices of the international NGO Action Against Hunger were sealed off in Damaturu…
33 Boko Haram fighters, 37 aid workers killed
At least 33 Boko Haram militants were killed by Nigerian troops in a gunfight on Sunday, according to military sources…
Terrorism: Buhari hints of imminent shakeup in military
President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday hinted on possible changes in the nation’s security architecture with a view to reinvigorate it…
Taraba government alleges sudden withdrawal of military
The Taraba Government on Saturday expressed shock over the alleged sudden withdrawal of military contingent deployed to enforce peace and…
We have no capacity to protect all schools in Northeast – Military
The Nigerian military has declared that it lacked the capacity to protect all schools in the Northeast of the country.
Establish anti-corruption unit in the military to check arms trafficking – CISLAC
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), a Civil Society Organisation (CSO), has called for the establishment of an anti-corruption…
Nnamdi Kanu not in our custody – DHQ
Nigerian military authorities have refuted claims of having the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB; Nnamdi Kanu in…
Beware, military now monitoring social media
The activities of Nigerians on the social media are now being monitored for hate speech, anti-government and anti-security information by…
Military reaffirms commitment to protect nation’s territorial integrity
The Nigerian military said it would continue to protect the nation’s territorial integrity against any form of aggression.
Military to launch operation against violent herdsmen
The Nigerian Military will soon launch an operation to tackle security challenges posed by herdsmen across the country, the Acting…
8000 Boko Haram members voluntarily surrendered – Military
The Nigerian Military on Tuesday in Abuja said that no fewer than 8000 Boko Haram members had voluntarily surrendered to…
Army urges for calm as it begins shooting exercise in Badagry
The 243 Battalion of the Nigerian Army on Friday says it will hold a field training which will involve shooting…
Soldiers arrest 16 militants in Delta
To check incessant attacks on the country’s oil pipeline, the Joint Military Force (JMF) in the Niger Delta said it…
Nigerian military Investigating Shekau’s new video
Ayorinde Oluokun/Abuja A report on Thursday indicated that the Nigerian Military is investigating a new video from leader of the…
Nigerian military committed to global peace – CDS
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Gabriel Olonisakin has re-emphasised Nigeria’s commitment to global peace and security. He reiterated that…
Reuben Abati: El-Zakzaky, Islam, the Nigerian State
By Reuben Abati So much has been said about the December 12 confrontation between the Nigerian Army and members of…
Nigerian military repels attack in Okene, kills terrorists in Geidam
Authorities of Nigerian Army confirmed on Tuesday that its men on cordon and search operations at the general area of…
Breaking News: Gaidam in Yobe under Boko Haram attack
Nigerian soldiers are now battling the Boko Haram militants in Gaidam local council area of Yobe state, after an invasion…
Amnesty for Boko Haram, as Nigerian military sets up committee
The Nigeria Defence Headquarters said on Wednesday that in accordance with a presidential directive, it has inaugurated a national committee…
We’ll protect critical infrastructure in power sector, Nigerian Military assures investors
The Chief of Training and Operations, Nigerian Army Headquarters, Major-General S. Yusuf, has assured Distributing Companies (DISCO’s), Generating Companies (GENCO’s)…
2 soldiers killed as military liberates Gudumbali
As part of its continued offensive operations against the Boko Haram terrorists, the Nigerian Military has liberated Gudumbali town in…
APC hails rejuvenated Nigerian military under Buhari
The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday said that the rejuvenated Nigerian military had the capability to defeat insurgency in…
Nigeria’s military needs training, not arms – US Congressman
ABUJA, (AP) — The United States is ready to provide military training to help Nigeria’s battle against Islamic extremists, the…
Army only reviewing disciplinary measures, no recall yet
The Nigerian Army has dismissed recent reports making the rounds that the army command has recalled all dismissed and deserter…
Insurgents Kill 25 People In Borno
At least 25 people were killed by suspected Boko Haram Islamist militants in raids on Monday afternoon and Tuesday morning…
Nigerian military to investigate Amnesty International allegations
ABUJA, June 19 (Reuters) – Nigeria’s military said on Friday it was investigating allegations by Amnesty International that more than…