Tag: #NigeriaArmy
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NIGERIA, SOUTH AFRICA MUST TEAM UP TO SECURE AFRICA – SA ARMY CHIEF
South Africa’s Army Chief says Africa’s stability depends on stronger military collaboration between the continent’s leading powers — Nigeria and South Africa. The Chief of the South African Army, Lawrence Mbatha, has called for deeper military cooperation between Nigeria and South Africa to strengthen peace and security across the African continent. Mbatha made the call…
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SOUTH AFRICAN ARMY CHIEF PRAISES NIGERIA’S CYBER WARFARE CAPACITY
The Chief of the South African Army, Lt.-Gen. Lawrence Mbatha, has commended the Nigerian Army for its professionalism and growing strength in cyber warfare, describing the capability as vital in today’s security landscape. Mbatha gave the praise during a visit to the Nigerian Army Cyber Warfare Command in Abuja, noting that Nigeria and South Africa…
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SECURITY FORCES CRACK KIDNAP RINGS IN EDO NORTH, NAB 13 SUSPECTS
Joint raid hits hideouts in Auchi, Okpella and Aviele Forest as arms, drugs and cash are recovered. Security agencies have dealt a heavy blow to kidnapping and drug networks in Edo North Senatorial District, arresting 13 suspects in coordinated raids across Etsako West, Auchi and Okpella. The operation, carried out on February 4 under Operation…
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NIGERIAN TROOPS RESCUE 8 KIDNAP VICTIMS, ARREST GUNRUNNER IN CROSS RIVER
Swift action on waterways pays off. Nigerian troops under Operation UDO KA have safely received eight rescued kidnap victims handed over by the Cameroonian Armed Forces along the Ikang waterways. The victims had been abducted by suspected sea pirates while traveling from Nigeria to Cameroon but were freed following a gun battle with Cameroonian forces.…
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KOGI HEROES: ARMY RESCUES 21 HOSTAGES IN BLOODY BANDIT HIGHWAY AMBUSH
Troops from 12 Brigade Nigerian Army, alongside Quick Response Units, NSCDC, vigilantes, and hunters, stormed bandits who hit a convoy of six vehicles on Kabba-Obajana road Thursday around 2pm—freeing 21 passengers including Moses Oladimeji, Adele Jacob, the Ajayi couple, 9-day-old Rachael & Deborah Enenche with mum Paulina, and drivers of a Dangote cement truck (900…
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TINUBU PINS THE STARS!
A proud moment at the Villa as President Bola Tinubu congratulated Gen. Olufemi Oluyede after decorating him as Nigeria’s new Chief of Defence Staff — symbolizing a fresh charge at the nation’s military helm.NAN-PHOTO / Sumaila Ibrahim Wings of Honour! It was smiles all around as President Bola Tinubu decorated Air Marshal Sunday Aneke as…
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NORTH EAST SECURITY IMPROVES SIGNIFICANTLY UNDER OPERATION HADIN KAI, SAYS THEATRE COMMANDER
The security landscape in Nigeria’s North East is turning a corner! Lt.-Gen. Abdulsalam Abubakar, Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, reports significant gains through coordinated military efforts and agency synergy. Since November last year, despite increased threats like armed drones and IEDs, Nigerian forces have neutralized 26 key terrorist commanders and cleared many insurgent camps.…
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NIGERIAN TROOPS INTENSIFY OPERATIONS, KILL SCORES OF TERRORISTS, RESCUE KIDNAP VICTIMS
Nationwide offensive yields arms seizures, arrests, and key rescues in just 24 hours. Troops across Nigeria, under Operations Hadin Kai, Enduring Peace, and Whirl Stroke, have killed many terrorists, arrested 20 suspects, and rescued kidnapped victims. They recovered weapons, explosives, stolen goods, and destroyed illegal oil sites, continuing efforts to curb terrorism, crime, and enhance…
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TROOPS NEUTRALISE BANDIT, SEIZE RIFLE AND MOTORCYCLE IN KWARA
Military scores win as 22 Armoured Brigade strikes bandits in Edu LGA amid ongoing crackdown. Kwara’s 22 Armoured Brigade ambushed armed bandits on Lema–Daban Lema road, resulting in a gun battle where one bandit was neutralised and an AK-47 rifle, ammunition, and motorcycle were recovered. Brigade Commander Brig. Gen. Ezra Barkins praised the troops’ resilience…
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Nigerian Army Champions Smart Social Media Use for Security in Ibadan
When the generals talk tweets and posts, you know it’s serious business! Nigeria’s top military minds gathered in Ibadan last Thursday to turn social media into a security ally – not a threat. Ibadan saw some high-ranking faces last Thursday (Aug 14) as Maj.-Gen. Lukuman Omoniyi, Maj.-Gen. Micheal Onoja, and Maj.-Gen. Gold Chibuisi led a…
