Category: Military
NAF, EKITI PARTNER ON AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE DEPOT TO BOOST SECURITY, ECONOMY
Ibadan, Nigeria, March 27, 2026 The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has partnered with the Ekiti State Government to establish an aircraft maintenance depot aimed at strengthening national security and stimulating economic growth. The development was announced via Aso Villa Digital, underscoring the Federal Government’s commitment to enhancing defence capabilities while driving local economic development. The…
POLICE BURST KIDNAPPERS’ HIDEOUT IN NASARAWA, ARREST SUSPECT
Lafia, Nigeria — 16 March 2026 The Nasarawa State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in its ongoing fight against kidnapping and violent crimes, following the successful raid of a suspected kidnappers’ hideout and the arrest of a suspect in the state. According to a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan…
Defence Minister Leads High-Level Military Review to Strengthen Joint Operations in North-East
March 11, 2026, Abuja, Nigeria The Sunday Kelvin Aneke, Chief of the Air Staff, on March 11, 2026, joined the Honourable Minister of Defence, Christopher Gwabin Musa, and the Chief of Defence Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, alongside other Service Chiefs for a high-level operational review in Abuja. The strategic meeting was held at the Ship House…
Troops Foil Coordinated Terrorist Attacks, Kill Over 20 Insurgents in Yobe
Goniri, Yobe State, Nigeria – March 11, 2026 Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) under Operation Hadin Kai have successfully foiled coordinated attacks by terrorists linked to Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) on their location in Goniri, Yobe State, killing more than 20 insurgents during a fierce firefight. The troops, deployed in…
Guards Brigade Troops Rescue 19 Kidnap Victims, Neutralise Terrorist in Bwari
Abuja, Nigeria — Saturday, March 7, 2026 Troops of the 7 Guards Battalion of the Nigerian Army, under the Guards Brigade, in conjunction with personnel of the Nigeria Police Force and local vigilantes, have successfully rescued 19 kidnapped victims during a coordinated search and rescue operation conducted around Gidan Dogo in Bwari Area Council of…
CAS Reinforces Protection of Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Assets During Strategic Visit to Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria – March 5, 2026 The Chief of the Air Staff, Sunday Kelvin Aneke, on March 5, 2026, conducted a strategic operational visit to the Nigerian Air Force Base in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, where he commissioned key infrastructure projects, inspected operational facilities, and reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigerian Air…
Commander Corps of Signals Hosts GOC 81 Division, Strengthens Collaboration
Lagos, Nigeria — March 5, 2026 The Commander Corps of Signals (CCS), led by Major General Tanimu Abdullahi, has reaffirmed its commitment to strong collaboration with the 81 Division Nigerian Army, enhancing operational effectiveness across formations. The assurance was given during a courtesy visit by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 81 Division, Major General…
Nigerian Military’s OPHK Identifies Shariff Umar as Key Suspected Coordinator of Suicide Bombing Network in the North East, Calls for Public Cooperation
Maiduguri, Borno State | January 2, 2026 The Nigerian Military under Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) has recorded a major breakthrough in its counter-terrorism operations in the North East with the identification of Shariff Umar, also known as Yusuf, as the alleged principal coordinator of a suicide bombing network responsible for recent attacks and attempted strikes…
DEFENCE MINISTER, GENERAL CHRISTOPHER MUSA TASKS PROMOTED ARMY GENERALS TO RAISE OPERATIONAL STANDARDS
Abuja, Nigeria — 10 December 2025 The Nigerian Army on Wednesday decorated 28 senior officers with new ranks, as the Honourable Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), charged them to justify their elevation through renewed dedication, enhanced professionalism, and unwavering loyalty to the nation. The ceremony, held at the Army Headquarters Command Officers’ Mess…
WAJIROKO TERRORISTS AMBUSH: BRIGADE COMMANDER LEADS TROOPS BACK TO BASE
WAJIROKO, BORNO STATE — 16 NOVEMBER 2025 Troops of 25 Task Force Brigade conducting a routine patrol to secure communities around Wajiroko in Azir Multe, Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State, were ambushed by terrorists while returning from a successful mission along the fringes of the Sambisa Forest. In a statement released by the…