Troops repel ISWAP attack on military base in Pulka, Borno
2026-09-08
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have repelled an attack by suspected ISWAP terrorists on a military base in Pulka, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno.Continue Reading
Group warns against politicising military, defends CDS Oluyede
2026-09-05
The Citizens Security Awareness Initiative (CSAI), a civil society group, has warned against attempts to politicise the Armed Forces, saying such actions could erode public trust in the militaryContinue Reading
U.S. troop drawdown won’t weaken Nigeria’s security partnership — DHQ
2026-09-01
The Defence Headquarters says the planned drawdown of more than 200 U.S. personnel from Nigeria will not affect the enduring security partnership between both countriesContinue Reading
Forum hails military gains, rescue of 610 kidnap victims
2026-09-01
By Sumaila Ogbaje The North Peace and Stability Forum (NPSF) has commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for rescuing 610 kidnapped victims during operations against terrorists and other criminal elements. The forum described the achievement as a major boost to national security and public confidence in ongoing efforts to combat insecurityContinue Reading
Military eliminates 324 Terrorists, rescues 610 kidnap victims in August — DHQ
2026-08-31
The Defence Headquarters says troops have eliminated 324 terrorists and criminals, apprehended 373 others and rescued 610 kidnap victims across the country in AugustContinue Reading
North East: Troops neutralise 114 terrorists, rescue 60 abducted persons in August — DHQ
2026-08-31
The Defence Headquarters says the troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) neutralised 114 terrorists, arrested 146 suspects and rescued 60 abducted persons during operations across the North East in August.Continue Reading
Troops rescue 59 kidnapped victims, neutralise scores of terrorists in 1 week
2026-08-22
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says troops rescued at least 59 kidnapped victims and neutralised 11 terrorists during operations nationwide between Aug. 14 and Aug. 20.Continue Reading
Nigerian Legion urges military veterans to remain calm over pension protest
2026-08-20
The National Chairman, Nigerian Legion, Mrs Grace Henry, has appealed to retired military personnel to remain calm and embrace dialogue over their demands for pension adjustments and outstanding entitlements.Continue Reading
Group hails Tinubu for approving military pay rise
2026-08-08
The Society Security Initiative (SSI) has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving a 30 to 80 per cent salary increase for members of the Armed Forces.Continue Reading
Nigeria’s path to a viable, self-reliant military industrial complex
2026-08-04
For decades, Nigeria relied heavily on foreign countries for weapons, ammunition, armoured vehicles, aircraft components and other military hardware required to confront its evolving security challengesContinue Reading