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Troops Kill 50 ISWAP Terrorists in North-East

Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), have killed at least 50 Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists in renewed operations in Nigeria’s North-East, the military has said. According to a statement by the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, troops neutralised the terrorists while repelling a coordinated ISWAP assault on the headquarters of the 27 Task Force Brigade in Buni Gari and a nearby checkpoint in Yobe State. The insurgents launched the attack in the early hours of Thursday but were forced to retreat after fierce resistance from ground troops supported by air power. The military disclosed that “no fewer than 50 terrorists were neutralised” in the encounter, while a large cache of arms and ammunition was recovered from the fleeing fighters. Items seized included AK-47 rifles, magazines, ammunition, explosives and […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA June 4, 2026

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Troops Kill 50 Terrorists, Top ISWAP Commander in North-East

Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), have killed more than 50 Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists and neutralised a top ISWAP commander in renewed operations across Nigeria’s North-East. According to military authorities, the terrorists were eliminated in a series of coordinated ground and air operations in Borno and Yobe States, where troops repelled multiple attacks on military locations and civilian communities. A failed assault on a military base and checkpoints in the axis led to heavy casualties on the side of the insurgents. In Borno, OPHK troops, backed by precision strikes from the Air Component, tracked and killed a top ISWAP commander described as a key figure in recent attacks and logistics coordination for the group. The sustained air offensive has forced many insurgents to abandon their island enclaves […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA June 3, 2026

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Army Plans Indigenous Innovation in Campaign Against Insecurity

The Nigerian Army has outlined plans to deepen indigenous technological innovation in its campaign against insecurity across the country, emphasizing the need for local solutions to Nigerian security challenges. At the seventh edition of the Army War College Nigeria annual Nigeria Civil War symposium, themed “Indigenous Technological Innovation in the Nigerian Civil War: Lessons for Contemporary Military Operations,” Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General W.A.I. Shuaibu, represented by the Deputy Director-General of the Nigerian Army Heritage and Future Centre, stressed that officers must embrace indigenous technological innovations to win the fight against terrorism and insurgency. The Army War College Nigeria course 10 2026, with the overarching theme “Harnessing Indigenous Technological Innovations for Enhanced National Defense,” provides a contemporary framework for applying lessons drawn from the symposium, emphasizing that technological autonomy is vital in modern warfare. The Nigerian Army Armoured Corps […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA June 2, 2026

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Army Honours Fallen Heroes Supports Wounded Troops

The Nigerian Army has honoured fallen soldiers and shown support for troops wounded in combat. The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, presented insurance cheques to families of fallen personnel and injured soldiers during the opening of the Army’s First Bi-Annual Conference 2026 in Abuja. He said the gesture shows the Army’s commitment to the welfare of its personnel and their families. He also praised soldiers for their courage, discipline, and service in difficult security operations across the country. Shaibu paid tribute to soldiers who died in the line of duty, describing them as heroes whose sacrifice helped protect the nation. He said the Army will continue to support the families they left behind. The Army chief also said wounded troops will continue to receive proper medical care, including evacuation where necessary, both within and outside Nigeria. He […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA May 19, 2026

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Troops repel Zamfara attack, arrest rustlers in Borno

Troops of the Nigerian Army have repelled a terrorist attack in Zamfara State, arrested suspected cattle rustlers in Borno and apprehended five suspects during raids on criminal hideouts in Adamawa State. Security sources said troops of 1 Brigade Quick Response Force foiled the attack on Illela village in Maradun Local Government Area of Zamfara at about 4pm on Saturday. The soldiers engaged the attackers in a gun battle shortly after arriving in the community, killing an unspecified number of the assailants while others fled. Recovered items included one General Purpose Machine Gun, one AK‑47 rifle, an extra magazine, 211 rounds of 7.62 x 54mm ammunition and five rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition. Tyres of a CSK Armoured Personnel Carrier deployed for the operation were damaged during the firefight, but the troops were able to stabilise the situation. They have since […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA May 18, 2026

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Troops bust illegal arms factories in Plateau, arrest five suspects

Troops operating in Plateau State have uncovered illegal arms factories and arrested at least five suspects believed to be involved in the fabrication and supply of locally made weapons. The raids mark a significant step in ongoing efforts to disrupt the flow of illicit arms fuelling violence and criminality in parts of the North Central region. According to reports, troops under Operation Enduring Peace and related joint task forces stormed clandestine arms manufacturing hubs in areas including Langtang North Local Government Area. During one of the operations in Gwandanu village, soldiers found a fully equipped workshop where suspects were caught in the process of fabricating sophisticated firearms. Items recovered from the sites included at least two AK 47 rifles, a G3 rifle and other finished or semi finished weapons. Troops also seized equipment such as generating sets, welding and drilling […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA May 8, 2026

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Army arrests 10 terror suspects, rescues kidnap victims in North Central

The Nigerian Army says its troops have arrested 10 suspected terrorists and rescued kidnapped victims in recent operations across North Central states. The operations were carried out under various internal security deployments aimed at tackling banditry, kidnapping and other violent crimes in the region. According to a statement by the Army, the suspects were picked up in separate raids on criminal hideouts following credible intelligence. Troops also engaged armed gangs in firefights that forced the criminals to flee and abandon some of their captives. In one of the operations, soldiers rescued at least three kidnap victims who had been held in a forest location. The victims were taken into military care for medical checks before being reunited with their families. The Army said the renewed push is part of a broader offensive to dismantle terrorist and kidnapping networks in North […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA April 29, 2026

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Soldiers arrest 15 suspected oil thieves at Dangote Refinery

Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested 15 suspected oil thieves around the Ibeju Lekki area of Lagos State.​ According to an operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria on Friday in Abuja, the suspects were arrested in the early hours of the day by troops of Headquarters 9 Brigade working with 65 Battalion. The operation followed credible intelligence on planned illegal activities in the area.​ The report explained that the suspects were intercepted while trying to illegally tap into a crude oil discharge point from a vessel supplying crude to the Dangote Refinery.​ It stated that the vessel was discharging crude oil meant for the production of Premium Motor Spirit and Automotive Gas Oil when the suspects were caught attempting to connect pipes to the discharge point.​ The troops arrested 15 people at the scene and […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA April 17, 2026

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Shettima visits Maiduguri condoles Army and Borno over attack

Vice President Kashim Shettima has paid a condolence visit to Maiduguri following a fresh terrorist attack that claimed the life of Brigadier General Oseni Braimah and several other officers and soldiers. Shettima visited the Borno State Government and the Nigerian Army on Saturday, conveying President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s sympathy and support to the families of the fallen personnel and the people of the state. In a message delivered on behalf of the President, he described the deaths as a painful reminder of the heavy price being paid to keep Nigeria safe and united. He praised the courage and commitment of the troops, saying their sacrifice would never be forgotten. “These men wore the uniform for all of us,” Shettima said. “They stood to protect our communities, our families and the future of our children. Their courage reminds us that peace […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA April 11, 2026

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Tinubu orders 5000 AI cameras to boost Plateau security

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the deployment of more than 5000 artificial intelligence enabled surveillance cameras across Plateau State in response to recent deadly attacks in Jos. He announced the measure during a visit to Jos, where he met with political and traditional leaders and sympathised with families affected by the March 29 gun attack in Angwan Rukuba. The attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area, left over two dozen people dead and drew nationwide outrage over the persistent killings in Plateau. Tinubu assured residents that such an incident must not be allowed to happen again and pledged stronger federal support for security agencies in the state. Under the new plan, an AI powered digital camera network will first be installed in Jos and later expanded to other parts of Plateau State. The system is expected to […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA April 3, 2026

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