Military Operations in Kaduna Leave Seven Suspects Dead, Victim Rescued

Military Operations in Kaduna Leave Seven Suspects Dead, Victim Rescued

By Zainab Uzomah Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have carried out a series of operations in Kaduna State, killing several suspected criminals, rescuing a kidnapped girl and recovering weapons, according to military authorities. In a statement issued by Captain Joshua Atu John, Acting Media Information Officer for the Joint Task Force, the operations were conducted on Tuesday and Wednesday in Kaura Local Government Area as part of Operation Peace Shield. […]

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COAS Calls for Enhanced Military Collaboration with US

By Zainab Uzomah The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has urged closer strategic collaboration between the Nigerian Army and the United States Army to address Nigeria’s evolving security threats more effectively. According to the statement issued by Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, the Army Chief made the call during a courtesy visit by the United States Defence Attaché to Nigeria, Lieutenant Colonel […]

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Tinubu Reiterates Support for Military at Remembrance Day Regimental Dinner

By Zainab Uzomah The Armed Forces of Nigeria hosted the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) Regimental Dinner Night on Tuesday in Abuja, an event marked by solemn reflection, military tradition and a display of unity among serving officers. According to a statement signed by Major General Samaila Uba, Director of Defence Information, the ceremony took place at the Armed Forces Officers’ Mess in Asokoro and brought together […]

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Military Identifies Alleged Suicide Bombing Ringleader as Troops Recover Large Ammunition Cache in North-East

By Zainab Uzomah Nigeria’s military says it has identified the alleged coordinator of a suicide bombing network operating across the North-East, as troops also recovered a large cache of high-calibre ammunition in Maiduguri in separate operations. In a statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, spokesperson for Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), the military named the suspect as Shariff Umar, also known as “Yusuf”. His identification followed an intelligence-led cordon-and-search operation […]

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Nigeria’s military steps up security ahead of Christmas celebrations

By Zainab Uzomah Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters says it has put robust measures in place to prevent attacks and ensure public safety during the Christmas festivities. The Armed Forces of Nigeria, working with other security agencies, have intensified operations in areas considered vulnerable, with additional troops deployed to key locations and major routes nationwide. In a statement signed by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Micheal Onoja, the military […]

December 24, 2025 11

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Military arrests medical doctor others in major crackdown in military operations across the country

By Zainab Uzomah A medical doctor suspected of treating wounded militants has been arrested as Nigerian troops intensified nationwide operations that led to dozens of arrests, the rescue of at least 65 kidnapped people and the recovery of more than ₦22m in cash and stolen oil between 3 and 12 December 2025. In a statement signed by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, the Defence Headquarters […]

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DHQ Pledges Transparency, Stronger Media Ties as Military Records Major Operational Gains

The newly appointed Director of Defence Media Operations (DDMO), Major General M.E. Onoja, has pledged to reset military–media relations with a renewed commitment to transparency, collaboration and more frequent communication on the nation’s security operations. Gen. Onoja made the pledge on Thursday in Abuja during his maiden press briefing, his first since assuming office on November 14, 2025, following the exit of Major General O.M. Bello. Describing journalists as “heroes […]

December 5, 2025 15

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BENUE BLOODSHED: Military Checkpoint Clash Claims Over 20 Lives in Katsina-Ala

By Our Reporter A devastating incident occurred at the military checkpoint in Ugba Junction, Amaafu, Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State, claiming the lives of over 20 people. The tragedy unfolded when a commercial driver was stopped by military personnel and allegedly asked to pay 200 Naira, but offered 100 Naira, leading to an argument. The situation escalated, with the Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers […]

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Military Leaders Honour Late Lt Gen Taoreed Lagbaja at One-Year Memorial

Abuja, November 9, 2025 — The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, and the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, joined former Service Chiefs and senior military officers on Sunday at a memorial service in honour of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, OFR. The interdenominational service, held at All Saints’ Military Church (Protestant), Mogadishu Cantonment, Abuja, marked one year […]

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