Military Rescues 36 Kidnap Victims, Arrests Terrorist Suspects Across Six States

Military Rescues 36 Kidnap Victims, Arrests Terrorist Suspects Across Six States

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Defence Headquarters says troops rescued at least 36 abducted civilians and arrested several suspected terrorists, informants and criminal gang members during operations across the country between August 31 and September 3, 2026. According to a statement signed by the Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, the operations targeted terrorist and kidnapping networks in the North East, North West, North Central and South East. […]

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Military Rescues 21 Kidnap Victims, Including 15 NYSC Members, in Kogi Forest

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Nigerian military has rescued 21 kidnapped victims, including 15 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members, from the Egume-Ochaja forest stretch in Kogi State, following a coordinated operation by troops and other security agencies. The victims, who were among those abducted while travelling from Abuja to Bayelsa State, comprised eight males and 13 females. This was disclosed during a press briefing by the Director, Defence Media […]

September 2, 2026 12

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MILITARY RESCUES 44 KIDNAP VICTIMS, NEUTRALISES TERRORISTS IN WEEK-LONG OPERATIONS

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Armed Forces of Nigeria have rescued 44 kidnapped persons and neutralised scores of terrorists in sustained military operations across the country between August 20 and 27, 2026. The operations, which also targeted kidnapping, terrorism, arms trafficking and illegal oil activities, resulted in several arrests, recovery of weapons and disruption of criminal networks across various theatres. According to a statement signed by the Director, Defence Media Operations, […]

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Wanted Soldier Arrested Over Alleged Supply of Military Gear to Terrorists

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja A soldier declared wanted by the Nigerian Army over his alleged involvement in the illegal supply of military accoutrements to terrorists and other criminal elements has been arrested by troops of Operation Hadin Kai in Maiduguri, Borno State. According to a statement issued on Sunday by the Acting Military Information Officer of Operation Hadin Kai, Captain Mohammed Goni, the soldier, Private Mohammed Yusuf of the Nigerian […]

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Abu Salim Al-Barnawi Killed as Military Intensifies Nationwide Operations

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Defence Headquarters says troops have recorded significant gains in ongoing counter-terrorism and internal security operations across the country, including the killing of terrorists, rescue of kidnapped victims, arrest of suspected criminal collaborators and recovery of weapons. The operations, conducted across various theatres between 17 and 23 July 2026, also targeted crude oil theft, illegal refining and other criminal activities. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major […]

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COAS Seeks Increased Private Sector Investment in Military Infrastructure, Veterans’ Welfare

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has called for greater private sector investment in military infrastructure, personnel welfare and support for veterans as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security and operational capabilities. Shaibu made the call on Friday while receiving the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative (ASR Africa), Dr Ubon Udoh, and his delegation […]

July 25, 2026 24

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Defence Headquarters Holds Strategic Retreat with Military Veterans

The Defence Headquarters has held a one-day strategic retreat with leaders of military veterans' associations in Abuja to strengthen collaboration, enhance veterans' welfare and promote their continued contribution to national development. The retreat was organised in partnership with the Retired Army, Navy and Air Force Officers' Association of Nigeria. In a statement signed by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi […]

July 14, 2026 30

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Mitary Repel ISWAP Attack on Military Base in Borno

The military have repelled an attempted attack by suspected ISWAP fighters on Cross Kauwa in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State, killing several of the attackers and forcing others to flee. In a press release signed by the Acting Military Information Officer of Operation HADIN KAI, Captain Mohammed Goni, the attack occurred at about 10:20 p.m. on Friday when the insurgents attempted to infiltrate a military position under the […]

July 13, 2026 29

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DHQ Hosts AU Military Committee, Reaffirms Commitment to Continental Security

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has hosted members of the Military Staff Committee (MSC) of the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC) for an induction and orientation programme in Abuja, reaffirming Nigeria's commitment to strengthening peace and security across the continent. According to a statement signed by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, […]

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