Military Debunks ‘Twisted’ Report, Clears Defence Chief Over Terror Remarks

Military Debunks ‘Twisted’ Report, Clears Defence Chief Over Terror Remarks

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Defence Headquarters has accused an online media outlet of misrepresenting remarks made by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, on counter-terrorism efforts in the north-east. According to a statement signed by Major General Samaila Uba, Director of Defence Information, the military said reports suggesting that General Oluyede accused residents of Borno and Yobe states of complicity in terrorism were “misleading” and a distortion of […]

March 21, 2026 21

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Airpower ‘Key to Breaking Terror Networks’ — CAS

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has underscored the decisive role of airpower in Nigeria’s counterterrorism campaign during an operational visit to the Nigerian Air Force’s 303 Composite Group in Ilorin. According to the statement signed by Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information, the visit on 19 February preceded the official launch of Operation Savannah Shield, where […]

February 19, 2026 12

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Military Rescues 32 Hostages as Nationwide Operations Target Terror Groups

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Defence Headquarters have said nationwide operations across theatres have led to the rescue of about 32 kidnapped victims and the elimination of large numbers of terrorists during coordinated strikes carried out between 9 and 13 February 2026. In a statement signed by Major General Michael Onoja, Director of Defence Media Operations, the Defence Headquarters, the operations, conducted simultaneously across the North East, North West, North […]

February 15, 2026 10

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Nigeria Intensifies War on Terror as Defence Headquarters Unveils January Results

By Zainab Uzomah Nigeria’s military has announced a series of nationwide operations in January that has led to the arrest of more than 450 suspects, the rescue of 284 kidnapped victims and the neutralisation of scores of armed groups across multiple regions. Speaking at a press briefing at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja, Major General Michael Onoja, Director of Defence Media Operations said the month-long operations reflected a renewed push […]

February 1, 2026 18

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Nigerian Army and Air Warfare Centre Strengthen Joint Operations Against North-West Terror Groups

By Zainab Uzomah The Nigerian Army’s 8 Division has expanded its collaboration with the Air Warfare and Doctrine Centre (AWDC) as part of renewed efforts to counter terrorism and banditry in the North-West. The partnership was formalised during a courtesy visit by the AWDC Commandant, Air Vice Marshal Ibrahim Jibia, to the General Officer Commanding 8 Division and Commander Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General Bemgba Paul Koughna. In […]

January 24, 2026 12

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CAS Orders Stronger, Smarter Air Campaign to Decimate Terror Networks

By Zainab Uzomah The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has directed a more aggressive air campaign to confront terrorist threats across the country. The Air Force chief, who described the current security situation as a call for renewed national resolve, said the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is reinforcing its operational posture to restore public confidence and strengthen nationwide security responses. According to the statement […]

November 19, 2025 28

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Lakurawa: Nigeria, neighbours begin offensive against new terror group

•DHQ vows to block security gaps as Nigeria, Chad, Niger hold joint military operations The Nigerian Army and their counterparts in Chad, Niger, and other neighbouring countries have commenced joint patrols to contain cross-border threats posed by the Lakurawa terrorist group, fresh findings The collaborative effort aims to restrict the movement of the group, which has been linked to heinous criminal activities in the northern part of Nigeria and its […]

December 9, 2024 97

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141 terror cases, 214 kidnappings recorded in eight weeks – IG

The Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, on Thursday, said 141 terror cases, 214 kidnappings and 537 homicide cases were reported to the police in the last eight weeks. Egbetokun added that 3,685 suspects were apprehended for their participation in various crimes, while 401 kidnap victims were rescued. Egbetokun said this while fielding questions from journalists at the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters, Louis Edet House, Abuja. He said, “I am pleased […]

April 5, 2024 29

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