Nigerian Army Dismisses Mutiny Claims as ‘False Alarm’

Nigerian Army Dismisses Mutiny Claims as ‘False Alarm’

By Zainab Uzomah The Nigerian Army has strongly rejected an online report alleging that soldiers are threatening mutiny over salaries and allowances, describing the publication as unfounded, misleading and a deliberate attempt to sow distrust within the ranks. In a statement signed by Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, and issued on Monday, the Army said the report by Sahara Reporters was based on “anonymous and unverifiable […]

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NAF Airstrikes Neutralise Terrorists in Borno, Disrupt Planned Attacks

By Zainab Uzomah The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has carried out a series of precision airstrikes in Borno State, killing several terrorists and foiling coordinated attacks in the Azir and Musarram areas, military authorities have confirmed. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the operations—conducted on 15 and 16 January under Operation Hadin Kai—provided close air support to troops in […]

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GOC Begins Field Assessment, Visits Tidibale to Boost Security

By Zainab Uzomah Major General Bemgba Paul Koughna, the General Officer Commanding 8 Division of the Nigerian Army and Commander Sector 2 Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA, has received a detailed operational briefing as part of a visit to reinforce security efforts in Sokoto State. According to a statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, the GOC was briefed by […]

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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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IGP Receives DG SEC on Courtesy Visit, Seeks Deeper Inter-Agency Collaboration

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, today received the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, and members of his management team on a courtesy visit to the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters, Abuja. The visit provided an opportunity for both institutions to reaffirm their commitment to inter-agency cooperation aimed at strengthening national security, economic stability, and investor confidence in Nigeria’s […]

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FCT Executive C’ttee Ratifies Award of Multi-Billion Naira Critical Infrastructure Contracts

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Executive Committee (EXCO), chaired by the Honourable Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, has ratified the award of several multi-billion Naira contracts aimed at enhancing critical infrastructure and essential services across the nation’s capital. The EXCO, during its first meeting of 2026, held at the Minister’s official residence in Life Camp Abuja, reviewed and approved projects ranging from road rehabilitation to […]

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Oyedepo’s Son, Isaac, Launches Church in Abuja, Says Offerings Won’t Be Collected

Pastor Isaac Oyedepo, founder of the Isaac Oyedepo Evangelistic Ministries, has announced that his ministry will begin holding Sunday services in Abuja, stressing that offerings will not be collected in line with what he described as God’s specific instruction to him. Oyedepo, who is the son of Bishop David Oyedepo, made this known in an online message monitored by Church Times on Tuesday. The announcement was contained in a video […]

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