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TROOPS OF OPHK SUSTAIN OFFENSIVES, NEUTRALISE TERRORISTS, RECORD SURRENDERS IN BORNO STATE
Maiduguri, Borno State | 11 January 2026 Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have sustained intense offensive operations against Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists across Borno State, recording notable successes through clearance operations, fighting patrols and blocking actions.Under Operation DESERT SANITY V, sustained pressure along the Azir–Wajiroko axis on 10 January 2026 compelled 11 terrorist fighters to…
Armed Forces Mark AFCRD 2026 with Interdenominational Church Service in Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria — January 14, 2026 The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, joined the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General OO Oluyede, other Service Chiefs, and well-meaning Nigerians at an Interdenominational Church Service organised as part of activities marking the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) 2026. The COAS was…
High Stakes in Morocco Showdown as Nigerian Billionaire Puts $500,000 on the Line
Marrakech, Morocco — January 14 Nigerian billionaire industrialist Abdul Samad Rabiu has raised the stakes ahead of the Super Eagles’ Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final showdown against host nation Morocco, pledging substantial cash rewards to spur the team to victory.Rabiu, the Chairman of BUA Group, announced a $500,000 bonus for the Super Eagles if…
Abuja Residents Wake to Dusty, Smelly Air with Sudden Change in Weather
Abuja, Nigeria | Sunday, January 11, 2026 Residents of Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, woke up on Sunday, January 11, 2026, to an unusual and uncomfortable weather condition as thick fog, dusty air, and an unpleasant smell enveloped the city.The sudden change in atmospheric conditions left many residents struggling to breathe comfortably, raising concerns about air quality,…
COAS VISITS 6 DIVISION, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO TROOPS’ WELFARE
Port Harcourt, Rivers State9 January 2026 The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reassured officers and soldiers of 6 Division, Nigerian Army (NA), that their welfare remains a top priority of his command. He gave the assurance today, 9 January 2026, while addressing troops at the 29 Battalion Parade Ground during…
NIGERIAN ARMY ALERTS THE GENERAL PUBLIC ON FAKE SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS PURPORTEDLY OPERATED BY THE CHIEF OF ARMY STAFF
Abuja, Nigeria9 January 2026 The Nigerian Army has observed a disturbing increase in the proliferation of fake social media accounts created and operated by unscrupulous individuals, falsely claiming to represent or be associated with the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu.The Nigerian Army wishes to categorically state that the Chief of Army…
2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day: Appeal for More Support
Makurdi, January 9, 2026 As part of activities marking the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day, a special Jumaat prayer was held on Friday at the Makurdi Central Mosque, where clerics and worshippers called for stronger support systems for the families of fallen heroes in recognition of their sacrifices toward ensuring a peaceful and…
Jumaat Prayer Marks Opening of 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day
Abuja, January 9, 2026 The 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day in Nigeria officially commenced on Friday, January 9, 2026, with special Jumaat prayers held at the National Mosque in Abuja, mosques across the 36 states of the federation, and various military formations nationwide.The week-long programme, which runs until January 15, will culminate in…
Court Restrains Resident Doctors from Embarking on Strike
Abuja, January 9, 2026 The National Industrial Court of Nigeria, Abuja Division, has restrained all members and agents of the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) from embarking on any form of industrial action.Justice Emmanuel Danjuma Subilim issued the order following an application for an interim injunction filed by the Federal Government through the Office…
FG Moves to Cut Education Costs, Promote Sustainability with Reusable Textbook Policy
Abuja, January 9, 2026 The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled a comprehensive policy framework aimed at reducing the cost of education for parents, improving learning outcomes, and promoting sustainability in schools through the adoption of reusable, high-quality textbooks and strengthened quality assurance mechanisms.The policy, jointly issued by the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf…