Sahara Reporters has taken to it’s official X handle and announced that, the Nigerian Army has officially confirmed the detention of Corporal Amina Sani Maidoki over the alleged disappearance of a staggering $50,000 reportedly linked to Salamatu Faruk Yahaya, wife of the immediate past Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya (retd).The confirmation, madeContinueContinue reading “Military Under Fire: Nigerian Army Confirms Detention of Female Soldier Over Missing $50,000 Linked to Ex-Army Chief’s Wife”
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Fierce Battle in Borno: Nigerian Troops Repel Deadly ISWAP Attack, Kill Dozens of Terrorists
In a dramatic pre-dawn showdown, troops of the Nigerian Army, supported by the Nigerian Air Force under Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), successfully thwarted a daring assault by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on a military base in New Marte, Borno State.The surprise attack, which occurred around 1:35am on Tuesday, MayContinueContinue reading “Fierce Battle in Borno: Nigerian Troops Repel Deadly ISWAP Attack, Kill Dozens of Terrorists”
Thunder Strike in Katsina: Nigerian Army Neutralises 21 Terrorists, Recovers Deadly Arsenal in Daring Operation
In a major victory against terrorism, the Nigerian Army has announced the killing of 21 terrorists in a fierce gun battle during a daring raid in Ruwan Godiya, Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State. The operation, carried out by troops of the Joint Task Force North West Operation Fasin Yaki, marks a significant blowContinueContinue reading “Thunder Strike in Katsina: Nigerian Army Neutralises 21 Terrorists, Recovers Deadly Arsenal in Daring Operation”
Troops Smash Mahmuda Terror Syndicate in Kainji Lake Blitz, Arrest 12 Suspects as Offensive Intensifies
In a decisive blow to insurgency in Nigeria’s North Central region, troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested 12 suspected members of the notorious Mahmuda Terror Group, a deadly splinter faction of Boko Haram, during a high-stakes counterinsurgency operation in the dense forests of Kainji Lake National Park, Niger State.The crackdown, part of the ongoingContinueContinue reading “Troops Smash Mahmuda Terror Syndicate in Kainji Lake Blitz, Arrest 12 Suspects as Offensive Intensifies”
Brutality in Uniform: Nigerian Army Detains Soldier Who Assaulted Female Food Vendor Over Unpaid N2,400 Meal in Benue
The Nigerian Army has detained one of its personnel, Private Christopher Emmanuel, following a disturbing case of assault on a female food vendor in Benue State. The soldier reportedly brutalised the woman after she demanded payment for a meal worth N2,400 he had consumed weeks earlier.The incident, which occurred on May 6, 2025, in KulaContinueContinue reading “Brutality in Uniform: Nigerian Army Detains Soldier Who Assaulted Female Food Vendor Over Unpaid N2,400 Meal in Benue”
BREAKING VICTORY: Nigerian Army Eliminates Notorious Bandit Kingpins, Seizes Deadly Weapons in Devastating Zamfara Offensive
In a spectacular display of precision warfare and tactical supremacy, the Nigerian Army has struck a deadly blow to the backbone of terrorism in Zamfara State, neutralizing several notorious bandit kingpins and seizing a massive cache of weapons in a sweeping counter-terrorism operation.The operation, carried out by the valiant troops of 1 Brigade, Nigerian Army,ContinueContinue reading “BREAKING VICTORY: Nigerian Army Eliminates Notorious Bandit Kingpins, Seizes Deadly Weapons in Devastating Zamfara Offensive”
Blasts at Giwa Barracks: Nigerian Army Blames Intense Heat, Dispels Terror Attack Fears in Maiduguri
The Nigerian Army has debunked fears of a terrorist attack following a series of thunderous explosions that rocked Maiduguri, Borno State, late Wednesday night. According to military authorities, the incident was caused by intense heat igniting munitions stored at Giwa Military Barracks—not an assault by insurgents.In a statement released by the Headquarters Joint Task ForceContinueContinue reading “Blasts at Giwa Barracks: Nigerian Army Blames Intense Heat, Dispels Terror Attack Fears in Maiduguri”
Breaking Barriers: Nigerian Army Appoints Lt. Col. Appolonia Anaele as First Female Spokesperson
In a groundbreaking move that has sparked nationwide celebration and admiration, the Nigerian Army has, for the first time in its storied history, appointed a woman to helm its public relations machinery. Renowned security analyst and counterinsurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, broke the news via his official X handle, announcing the historic development with the headline:ContinueContinue reading “Breaking Barriers: Nigerian Army Appoints Lt. Col. Appolonia Anaele as First Female Spokesperson”
Terror Unmasked: Troops Nab ISWAP Operatives Posing as Tailors in Plot to Establish Cells in Plateau, Bauchi
In a chilling revelation that underscores the evolving tactics of terrorist groups in Nigeria, troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) have arrested two suspected members of the Islamic State’s West Africa Province (ISWAP) who had infiltrated Plateau State disguised as tailors in a bid to establish sleeper cells.The suspects, identified as Abdulkadir Dalhatu and UbaiduContinueContinue reading “Terror Unmasked: Troops Nab ISWAP Operatives Posing as Tailors in Plot to Establish Cells in Plateau, Bauchi”
OPERATION SAFE HAVEN STRIKES HARD: ISWAP Operatives Captured, Bandit Neutralized, and Weapons Recovered in Daring Plateau Raids.
By: Zagazola Makama In a series of high-stakes operations that underscore Nigeria’s unwavering fight against terrorism and armed banditry, troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) have dealt a significant blow to insurgents and criminal elements operating in Plateau State.On April 11, 2025, troops of Forward Operating Base (FOB) Shendam executed a precision sting operation inContinueContinue reading “OPERATION SAFE HAVEN STRIKES HARD: ISWAP Operatives Captured, Bandit Neutralized, and Weapons Recovered in Daring Plateau Raids.”
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