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

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 27

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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 34

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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, […]

July 6, 2026 7

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CAS Urges Future Military Commanders to Prioritise Joint Operations, Strategic Leadership

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has urged future military commanders to prioritise joint operations, strategic leadership and innovation to enhance operational effectiveness in addressing Nigeria's evolving security challenges. According to a statement signed by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Headquarters Nigerian Air Force, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the CAS gave the charge while delivering a lecture titled […]

July 6, 2026 21

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76 Terrorists, Family Members Surrender as Military Intensifies Offensive in North-East

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja A total of 76 terrorist foot soldiers and some of their family members, including a fresh group of top Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) commanders, have surrendered to troops of Operation HADIN KAI following sustained military offensives across the North-East. According to a statement signed by the Acting Military Information Officer of Operation HADIN KAI, Captain Mohammed Goni, the latest surrender was driven by intensified […]

July 6, 2026 12

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COAS Commissions Wargaming Centre to Enhance Military Preparedness

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Nigerian Army has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Wargaming Centre at the Army War College Nigeria (AWCN), Asokoro, Abuja, to strengthen strategic planning, operational analysis and military decision-making in response to emerging security challenges. The facility was commissioned on Thursday by the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, as part of efforts to enhance professional military education and build a more adaptive and combat-ready force. […]

June 28, 2026 15

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Military Rescues Five Kidnap Victims Following Air-Ground Assault on Terrorist Camps in Kogi

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja Troops of the Nigerian Army's 12 Brigade have rescued five kidnap victims abandoned by fleeing terrorists during ongoing counter-terrorism operations in Kogi State. According to a statement signed by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 12 Brigade Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Hassan Abdullahi, the victims were rescued on June 17 during a military operation in the Adankolo Forest area of the state. The statement said the operation […]

June 17, 2026 24

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Military Offensive Frees Four Kidnap Victims Held With Late General Rabe Abubakar

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued four kidnap victims during ongoing operations targeting a notorious bandit leader, Kachalla Muhammadu Fulani, and his criminal network in Katsina State. The rescue followed a coordinated offensive operation conducted on Tuesday by troops of the 17 Brigade Strike Group and Quick Response Force, supported by troops of the 8 Division Special Forces, under Operation CLEAN SWEEP III. The troops, aided […]

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