The Nigerian Army has arrested one of its personnel for alleged gun-running, even as troops rescued eight kidnap victims and recovered arms and ammunition in recent operations across the country. A credible source at Army Headquarters disclosed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Abuja. He said the soldier, identified as…
At least 12 Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters have been killed during “long-range offensive commando operations” by troops of Operation Hadin Kai in Borno State. The operation, backed by intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) of the air component command, was conducted from August 29 to 30, a source told The Nation at the…
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) and other security outfits, have neutralised 12 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists during a series of offensive operations in Borno State. Sources told Zagazola Makama that the long-range tactical operations were carried out between Aug. 29 and Aug. 30 in Tamsu Ngamdu,…
The Lagos State Police Command has announced it will conduct an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) simulation exercise at Eko Atlantic City on Thursday. This is part of its ongoing efforts to enhance emergency preparedness and response capabilities. The exercise, aimed at bolstering the police’s ability to handle bomb-related threats, will involve controlled detonations carried out…
The Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigerian Army have struck a major blow against banditry in Niger State, neutralizing over 50 armed men and rescuing kidnapped victims in a daring joint operation. The incident, which occurred on Aug. 26 in Kumbashi village of Mariga Local Government Area, is being hailed as one of…
The first African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit will open in Abuja on Monday, with the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Ms Amina Mohammed, delivering the keynote address. The three-day summit, to be declared open by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will bring together defence chiefs and security experts from across the continent to deliberate on security…
At least 35 terrorists were killed when Nigerian Air Force (NAF) fighter jets bombarded them at their convergence point near the Nigeria–Cameroon border, where they reportedly planned to attack ground troops stationed at Kumshe, in Borno State. The precision air strikes were carried in the early hours of Saturday, August 23, NAF spokesman, Air Commodore…
Troops of the Joint Task Force, North-East Operation Hadin KAI (OPHK), in collaboration with the air component have eliminated nine Boko Haram terrorists, including two top commanders in Borno State. A military source familiar with the development disclosed that the feat was recorded in separate operations that foiled terrorists’ attacks on Bita and Wulgo between…
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has clarified remarks made by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, on the need for Nigerians to learn self-defence skills, following mixed interpretations of his statement. Speaking through the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the military stressed that General Musa never called on citizens to carry…
The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, has linked the recent surge in killings across the country to the build-up to the 2027 general election. The country has in recent times witnessed renewed terror attacks in the North-East and attacks by the bandits in the North-West. Benue and Plateau states continue to be epicentres…