Tag: #NigerianMilitary
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MILITARY RESCUE 15 NYSC MEMBERS, SIX OTHERS FROM KOGI FOREST
The Nigerian military has confirmed the rescue of 21 kidnapped victims, including 15 members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), from the Egume-Ochaja forest in Kogi State. Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, said on Monday that the rescued victims comprised eight males and 13 females. The 15 corps members were among…
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DHQ LAUNCHES TOLL-FREE 193 HOTLINE TO BOOST PUBLIC INTELLIGENCE ON SECURITY
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has launched a toll-free emergency line, 193, to encourage Nigerians to provide timely and credible information that will support ongoing military operations across the country. Announcing the initiative on Wednesday July 1 in Abuja, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major-General Michael Onoja, urged citizens to report security concerns through the…
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TROOPS ARREST 354 SUSPECTS, RESCUE OVER 400 KIDNAP VICTIMS IN FEBRUARY
From the North-East to the Niger Delta, the Armed Forces say major gains were recorded against terrorists, oil thieves and bandits in just one month. The Defence Headquarters says troops arrested 354 suspects linked to terrorism and other crimes in February, rescued 409 kidnapped victims and neutralised several terrorists nationwide. At a media briefing in…
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DEFENCE MINISTER VOWS TO PROTECT SOLDIERS ON LAWFUL DUTY AMID FCT LAND DISPUTE
Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has assured that the government and military high command will fully protect soldiers who are performing lawful duties. He made this clear during a ministerial press briefing in Abuja ahead of the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day. Badaru’s remarks come after a heated altercation on Tuesday between the…
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MARTIN ONOVO URGES NIGERIAN GOVERNMENT TO DEPLOY FULL WEIGHT TO END INSECURITY
Former National Conscience Party (NCP) presidential candidate Martin Onovo has called on the Federal Government to use its full national capacity to tackle the growing insecurity crisis in Nigeria. Speaking to NAN in Lagos, Onovo stressed that decisive action and coordinated efforts are critical to restoring lasting peace across troubled regions. Reacting to the U.S.…
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RETIRED GEN. CHRISTOPHER MUSA URGES SOLDIERS TO STAY STEADFAST: “NIGERIA IS WORTH FIGHTING FOR”
At an emotional Pulling-Out Parade in Abuja, Retired Gen. Christopher Musa marked the end of his distinguished 39-year military career with a powerful message, Nigeria is a nation worth every sacrifice. Musa reflected on his time in service as the greatest honour of his life, expressing gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for the trust to…
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PRESIDENT TINUBU URGES NEW SERVICE CHIEFS TO DELIVER RESULTS WITH PROFESSIONALISM AND DISCIPLINE
President Bola Tinubu has emphasized that the security and safety of all Nigerians is the foremost priority, calling on the newly appointed military chiefs to deliver measurable outcomes swiftly and efficiently. His directive highlights the urgent need for renewed national security leadership. The recent appointments—Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede as Chief of Defence Staff, Maj.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu…
