Army Dismisses Ex-Soldier’s Welfare Claims as False, Cites Indiscipline in Sack

Army Dismisses Ex-Soldier’s Welfare Claims as False, Cites Indiscipline in Sack

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Nigerian Army has responded to allegations made by a dismissed soldier, Ex-Lance Corporal Rotimi Olamilekan, popularly known as “Soja Boi,” describing his claims on welfare, remuneration and equipment provision as false and misleading. The Army said the interview, which has circulated widely on social and mainstream media, was sensationalised and capable of misinforming the public. According to a statement signed by the Acting Director Army […]

April 9, 2026 2

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COAS: Standardised protocols key to improving army healthcare

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has said the effectiveness of medical services in the Nigerian Army depends on the integration of standard administrative systems and stronger inter-agency coordination. He made the remarks on Tuesday in Abuja while receiving the head of Defence Health Maintenance Limited, Surgeon Rear Admiral Azeeze Bayo Afolayan (Rtd), during a courtesy visit to Army Headquarters. According to a […]

April 9, 2026 2

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Nigerian Army Prioritizes Integrated Medical Services, Troops’ Welfare -COAS

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has emphasized the importance of integrated administrative protocols in optimizing medical services and enhancing the welfare of troops. He made this statement during a courtesy visit by the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Defence Health Maintenance Limited (DHML), Surgeon Rear Admiral Azeeze Bayo Afolayan (Rtd), at the Army Headquarters in Abuja. General Shaibu highlighted […]

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Army denies reports of attack on Bishop Kukah’s residence in Sokoto

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Nigerian Army has dismissed reports circulating on social media that gunmen attacked the residence of Bishop Matthew Kukah and a Catholic cathedral in north-west Nigeria. According to a statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations for the 8 Division and Sector 2 of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, the claims—widely shared on Facebook—are “false and misleading”, with no such incident […]

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Army Headquarters Team Visits North-East Theatre, Reviews Operational Performance

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja A delegation from the Army Headquarters Department of Operations (AHQ DAOPS) on Wednesday visited the North-East theatre to assess the operational effectiveness of troops under Operation HADIN KAI. The visit, held at the Headquarters Theatre Command, Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI in Maimalari Military Cantonment, Maiduguri, was disclosed in a statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task […]

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Army Arrest Diesel Theft Suspect as Clash Erupts in Akwa Ibom Community

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The army have arrested a suspect accused of siphoning diesel from heavy-duty equipment belonging to a company in Akwa Ibom State, following an operation targeting criminal activity in the area. In a statement signed by the Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Headquarters 2 Brigade, Captain Lawal Bala Muhammad, the army said the suspect was intercepted after troops acted on intelligence about fuel theft at Sterling Petroleum […]

March 29, 2026 7

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Defence Ministry Launches Major Career Transition Programme for Army Personnel

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Nigerian Army has taken a bold step toward strengthening personnel welfare, as the Honourable Minister of Defence, Christopher Gwabin Musa, officially launched the Senior Executive Career Transition Programme (SECTP). The initiative, executed by the Nigerian Army Heritage and Future Centre, is designed to help senior officers prepare for life after active military service, ensuring a smooth and structured transition into civilian careers. Held at […]

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Nigerian Army Opens 2026 Recruitment, Sets March 30 Start Date

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Nigerian Army has announced that online registration for its 91 Regular Recruits Intake for trades and non-tradesmen and women will begin on 30 March and close on 17 May 2026. The army said the exercise is open to interested and qualified candidates across the country, as part of efforts to strengthen its manpower. Applicants seeking further information or wishing to apply have been advised to visit […]

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Army Chief Commends Troops at Interfaith Breaking of Fast in Abuja

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has praised soldiers for their bravery and commitment in tackling terrorism, insurgency and other security threats across the country. He made the remarks on Saturday while hosting soldiers serving in Abuja to an interfaith breaking of fast at the TA Lagbaja Banquet Hall of the Nigerian Army Conference Centre and Suites in Asokoro. In his address, Lieutenant General […]

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