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, […]

August 30, 2026 10

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NAF takes journalists to frontline, showcases counter-terrorism operations

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has taken defence correspondents to the frontline of Operation HADIN KAI in the Northeast, giving journalists firsthand insight into the planning and execution of ongoing air operations against terrorists. The media familiarisation visit, led by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, was aimed at deepening public understanding of military operations and strengthening transparency, accountability and public confidence […]

July 25, 2026 102

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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 […]

July 25, 2026 27

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Troops Rescue Hostages, Kill Terrorists, Arrest Suspects in Nationwide Operations

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) say troops rescued abducted civilians, neutralised terrorists, arrested suspected collaborators and dismantled criminal camps in coordinated operations carried out across the country between 3 and 9 July. According to a press release signed by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, the operations targeted insurgents, kidnappers, armed robbers, oil thieves and other criminal groups in the North-East, […]

July 13, 2026 25

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NADCEL 2026: COAS Identifies Operations, Troop Welfare as Key to National Security

By Zainab Uzomah | Abuja The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has identified operational effectiveness, manpower development, personnel welfare and sound administration as the key pillars driving the Nigerian Army's transformation into a professional and combat-ready force capable of addressing the country's security challenges. According to a statement issued by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the COAS made the remarks during […]

July 6, 2026 13

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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 18

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NDLEA Begins Weapons Training, Inducts AK-47 Rifles, Pistols into Operations After 36 Years

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has commenced a specialised train-the-trainer course on weapon handling and inducted AK-47 rifles and pistols into its operations for the first time since the agency was established 36 years ago. According to a statement signed by the Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the agency, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.), inaugurated the […]

July 6, 2026 12

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DECAN Seeks Expanded Access to Naval Operations, Stronger Media-Navy Collaboration

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Defence Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DECAN) has called for stronger institutional collaboration with the Nigerian Navy, urging increased opportunities for journalists to participate in naval operations, exercises and strategic maritime engagements to enhance accurate and informed security reporting. The call was made during a courtesy visit by the newly elected DECAN executives to the Directorate of Naval Information in Abuja on Tuesday. Speaking during the visit, […]

June 25, 2026 28

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NAF Graduates 111 Special Forces Operators to Strengthen National Security Operations

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has graduated 111 personnel from its Special Forces Course 13/2026 as part of efforts to enhance operational capability and strengthen support for ongoing military operations across the country. According to a statement signed by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the graduation ceremony was held at the Regiment Training Centre Annex in Bauchi, where the personnel completed […]

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