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Troops Rescue 372 Civilians in Borno, Plateau, Kaduna, Sokoto

Nigerian troops have rescued 372 kidnapped civilians across Borno, Plateau, Kaduna, and Sokoto states in a series of coordinated counter-terrorism operations, according to the Defence Headquarters (DHQ). The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, disclosed the rescue figure during a weekly press briefing in Abuja on ongoing military operations across the country. In the North-East, troops of Joint Task Force Operation HADIN KAI intensified operations against Boko Haram and ISWAP elements in Borno State, neutralising several terrorists and rescuing 3 kidnapped victims in Damboa, Askira/Uba, Chibok, Mafa, Gwoza and Biu Local Government Areas. The operations targeted known insurgent hideouts, with troops eliminating scores of terrorists and arresting seven suspects in collaboration with local security forces. In the North-West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA troops carried out offensives across Zamfara, Kano, Katsina, Kaduna, Kebbi and Sokoto States, leading to the […]

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States Rush to Deploy Forest Guards as Insecurity Deepens

Multiple Nigerian states are rushing to deploy forest guards as insecurity deepens across the country, marking a significant expansion of the federal government's Presidential Forest Guards Initiative. The programme was launched by President Bola Tinubu in May 2025 as part of renewed efforts to tackle nationwide insecurity, and has already yielded fruits with over 7,000 newly recruited Nigerian Forest Guards graduating following successful completion of an intensive three-month training programme. Kwara State has deployed nearly 1,000 newly trained forest guards to its hinterlands, declaring war on terrorists and kidnappers exploiting the state's wooded terrain. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq delivered a blunt message to criminal elements at a passing-out parade in Ilorin: their days of using Kwara's forests as a sanctuary are over, with plans to station at least 200 guards in each of the state's 17 local government areas. The Office […]

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Sokoto, UNICEF step up action on out-of-school children

The Sokoto State Universal Basic Education Board has stepped up efforts to reduce the high number of out-of-school children through expanded early childhood education and major reforms, according to its Executive Chairman, Umar Tambuwal.​ Speaking at a media dialogue on educational reform for Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara, Tambuwal said education is central to the state’s future and that early childhood investment is key to reversing poor learning outcomes. He explained that the years from birth to eight are critical for brain development, cognitive growth and emotional stability, especially for disadvantaged children.​ Tambuwal warned that lack of early learning opportunities increases the risk of school dropouts and fuels the rise in out-of-school children. He said that with UNICEF support, the board assisted 160 Early Childhood Care and Education centres in 2024 and 2025 with teaching materials and caregiver training, while UNICEF […]

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US deploys small military team to Nigeria

The United States has deployed a small military team to Nigeria to support the fight against Boko Haram, ISWAP and armed bandit groups in the north.​ General Dagvin R.M. Anderson, head of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), confirmed the deployment during a briefing in Dakar. He said the move followed an agreement between both countries that more joint efforts were needed to tackle terrorism in West Africa.​ According to him, the team brings what he described as “unique capabilities” from the United States to strengthen ongoing counter-terrorism operations in Nigeria. He did not disclose the number of personnel sent or give details of their specific mission.​ Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, also confirmed that a US team is currently working in the country but declined to provide further information.​ A former US official said the deployed team […]

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Terrorists on the move after US missile strikes as experts warn of fresh risks

Suspected terrorists in northern Nigeria are reportedly relocating from their bases following US missile attacks carried out on Christmas night. Community leaders told Sunday Punch that they observed movements as armed groups began leaving known hideouts in small numbers after the strikes.​ President Donald Trump had announced that the US military launched deadly strikes against Islamic State terrorists in northwestern Nigeria. The Federal Government confirmed it gave support for the operation, which targeted locations used by the militants.​ No deaths were recorded at the two locations hit by missiles at Jabo in Tambuwal Local Government Area of Sokoto State and Offa in Kwara State, where a projectile struck a farmland and some buildings. Officials in Tangaza LGA, however, said further strikes were carried out on suspected Lakurawa armed group hideouts in parts of Sokoto, leading to injuries and destruction of […]

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Defence HQ says US strike in North West had federal approval

Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters has confirmed that the recent United States airstrike on terrorist targets in North West Nigeria was carried out with the approval of the Federal Government. The military described the operation as a joint effort between Nigerian forces and the US aimed at neutralising foreign ISIS linked elements in the region.​ Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, said the strike followed credible intelligence and careful planning. He explained that the goal was to degrade the capability of the targeted terrorists while reducing the risk of civilian casualties.​ According to the statement, the attacks form part of ongoing coordinated efforts to clear terrorists and other criminal groups threatening Nigeria’s security. Defence Headquarters stressed that Nigeria is working with strategic international partners to tackle transnational terrorism and stop foreign fighters from creating safe havens within the country’s borders.​ […]

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US war secretary thanks Nigerian government for airstrike cooperation

United States Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has expressed appreciation to the Nigerian government for its cooperation during recent coordinated airstrikes on Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria. The operations targeted ISIS linked terrorist camps as part of ongoing security collaboration between both countries.​ In a message shared on social media, Hegseth said he was grateful for the support and cooperation of the Nigerian authorities. He recalled that President Donald Trump had earlier warned that the killing of innocent Christians in Nigeria and elsewhere must end, adding that the US Department of War was always ready to act against ISIS.​ The Federal Government had already confirmed that Nigeria remains engaged in structured security cooperation with international partners, including the United States. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this partnership includes intelligence sharing and coordinated actions against terrorist targets, carried […]

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Turji Alleges Two Ex Governors Are Fuelling Insecurity

Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has claimed in a viral video that two former governors from Zamfara and Sokoto states bear major responsibility for the insecurity ravaging parts of northern Nigeria. He accused the past administrations of laying the groundwork for today’s violence through decisions he said worsened tensions and communal distrust.​ Turji alleged that the former leaders armed local vigilante groups, popularly called Yan Banga, in ways that he claims targeted Fulani communities and escalated reprisals. According to him, those policies turned what should have been community protection initiatives into forces that deepened ethnic and social divisions.​ In the same video, Turji addressed controversy over his past contacts with the Zamfara State government when Bello Matawalle, now Minister of State for Defence, was governor. He admitted taking part in peace talks with the then administration but denied receiving a […]

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Security Forces Eliminate Notorious Bandit Leader Kachalla Naallah In Sokoto

A combined team of security operatives has neutralised a notorious bandit kingpin, Kachalla Naallah, in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The operation is part of intensified campaigns against banditry and kidnapping across the North West region.​ Naallah, long known for leading violent attacks, kidnappings and cattle rustling in parts of Sokoto and neighbouring states, was tracked down during a targeted raid on his camp. Security sources said he had been on the radar of intelligence agencies for months due to his role in coordinating assaults on rural communities and highways.​ The latest success comes days after troops of the Nigerian Army’s 8 Division killed another notorious commander, Kachalla Kallamu, a close ally of wanted bandit leader Bello Turji, in Sabon Birni Local Government Area. Together, the neutralisation of Kallamu and Naallah is seen as a significant blow to […]

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Army neutralises top bandit kingpin Kachalla Kallamu in Sokoto

Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 8 Division in Sokoto have neutralised a notorious bandit kingpin, Kachalla Kallamu, during an operation in Sabon Birnin Local Government Area. A senior military source in Sokoto, who spoke on condition of anonymity, described the development as a major breakthrough in ongoing counter banditry efforts.​ According to the source, Kallamu a close ally and senior lieutenant of infamous bandit leader Bello Turji was taken out in a joint operation carried out with local vigilante groups. He was killed alongside one of Turji’s key logistics suppliers in the early hours of Monday near Kurawa village as troops launched a major offensive.​ Kallamu, from Garin Idi in Sabon Birni LGA, had long been known for terrorising communities in the area. He reportedly returned to the region after fleeing a military onslaught in June 2025, during which he […]

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