Category Archives: MILITARY

In a powerful and poignant tribute, the Nigerian Army has immortalized the legacy of one of its bravest officers, Major A.G. Mohammed, by naming the entrance of the 17 Brigade barracks in Katsina after him. The renaming ceremony, which took place earlier this week, was a solemn yet inspiring event, drawing the presence of seniorContinueContinue reading “A Tribute to Valor: Nigerian Army Honors Fallen Hero by Naming Barracks Entrance After Major A.G. Mohammed”

In a series of meticulously coordinated operations across Nigeria, the Nigerian Army has achieved significant victories against insurgency and criminal activities. According to reports on X social media from renowned security analyst and counterinsurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, troops have successfully neutralized a high-ranking Boko Haram commander and several other terrorist fighters, while also compelling numerousContinueContinue reading “Troops Eliminate Notorious Boko Haram Commander, Arrest Criminal Suspects, and Recover Arms in Nationwide Operations”

In a decisive blow to terrorism and banditry in Taraba State, the gallant troops of the Nigerian Army’s 6 Brigade have successfully apprehended seven suspected terrorists and seized a significant cache of weapons in a series of meticulously planned operations across the state. This operation, a testament to the relentless efforts of the Nigerian military,ContinueContinue reading “Triumph in Taraba: Troops Crush Terrorists, Recover Arms and Ammunition in Daring Operations”

The Nigerian Army recently addressed a tragic incident on their official social media X platform, revealing the circumstances surrounding the death of a 16-year-old boy in Zaria. The Army’s statement detailed the events of August 6, 2024, when troops were dispatched in response to a distress call about a large gathering of individuals burning tiresContinueContinue reading “Tragic Clash in Zaria: 16-Year-Old Protester Fatally Shot by Soldier”

Kaduna, Nigeria – August 6, 2024 – In a somber visit marked by deep empathy and a commitment to justice, Major General Lander Seraso, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 1 Division in Kaduna, visited the Sarkin Pawa community in Samaru Zaria to offer his heartfelt condolences. This visit comes in the wake ofContinueContinue reading “GOC 1 Division Condoles with Samaru Community Over Soldier-Involved Shooting, Initiates Board of Inquiry-Zagazola Makama”

In a decisive and meticulously coordinated operation against banditry, terrorism, and other criminal activities, the Nigerian Army’s 6 Brigade, Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), successfully neutralized a notorious terrorist and recovered an array of arms and ammunition. The announcement was made by Captain Olubodunde Oni, Acting Assistant Director of the 6 Brigade ArmyContinueContinue reading “Nigerian Army Troops Neutralize Notorious Terrorist, Recover Arms in Taraba State”

The renowned security analyst and counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama announced on his social media X channel that the troops of Operation Desert Sanity and Operation Hadin Kai have achieved a significant victory by neutralizing two terrorists in the Sambisa axis of Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. In a daring operation on July 30,ContinueContinue reading “Triumph in Sambisa: Nigerian Troops Neutralize Terrorists in Joint Operation”

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, has extolled the valour and bravery of the nation’s military personnel. His remarks came during the graduation ceremony of the Armed Forces Command and Staff College (AFCSC) Jaji Senior Course 46, held on July 27, 2024. Represented by the Chief of DefenceContinueContinue reading “President Tinubu Applauds Nigerian Armed Forces’ Bravery, Pledges Government Support for AFCSC Initiatives”

The Nigerian Army is facing a potential mass exodus of officers following the proposed Revised Harmonised Terms and Conditions of Service (HTACOS) 2024, which is currently awaiting President Bola Tinubu’s approval. This impending crisis could significantly impact the military’s operational readiness and morale. The proposed HTACOS 2024 has sparked outrage among officers who joined theContinueContinue reading “Mass Resignation Looms in Nigerian Army Over Revised Conditions of Service Awaiting Tinubu’s Approval”

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has said that it was its Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) that crashed in Kaduna on Monday morning and not a helicopter as being circulated by the media. The NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, made the clarification on Monday in a statement issued inContinueContinue reading “Nigerian Air Force Drone, Not Helicopter Crashed In Kaduna, Spokesperson Clarifies”