Army Foils Armed Robbery on Kaduna-Abuja Highway
Nigerian Army troops thwarted an armed robbery on the Kaduna-Abuja highway, arresting one suspect. Read how the operation unfolded and the Army's message to the public.
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Soldiers Recover Weapons Cache Linked to Criminal Kingpin
Nigerian soldiers have uncovered a major arms cache in Taraba linked to suspected kingpin John Ngata. The haul includes 13 AK-47 rifles and hand grenades. Read the full details of the operation here.
Six Kidnap Victims Rescued in Kaduna by Troops
Nigerian Army troops from Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued six kidnapped victims in Kaduna State. The successful operation took place on January 5, 2026. Read more about the military's latest victory.
Troops Intercept Criminal Kingpin's Wife, Recover Arms in Taraba
Nigerian troops intercept wife of notorious criminal John Ngata, leading to recovery of 13 AK-47 rifles, grenades, and ammunition in Taraba. A major blow to criminal networks.
Army neutralises 23 terrorists in Kano-Katsina operation
Nigerian military eliminates 23 terrorists fleeing Kano in a coordinated air-ground strike. Amnesty International condemns separate attacks in Plateau and Kaduna. Read the full report.
Air Force Arrests 6 Drug Suspects in Lagos, Hands to NDLEA
The Nigerian Air Force has arrested six drug suspects in Lagos and recovered cocaine, codeine, and other narcotics. The suspects were handed over to the NDLEA in a major inter-agency operation. Read the full details.
Army Recovers 13 Rifles, Arrests 15 in Delta Operation
Nigerian Army troops arrest 15 suspects and recover 13 pump action rifles in Delta State. Read the full details of the successful operation against criminal elements.
US Forces Capture Venezuelan President Maduro in Night Raid
US military captures Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and wife in daring night raid. Details of Operation Absolute Resolve revealed. Read the full story.
Maduro Captured in US Operation, Flown Out of Venezuela
US President Donald Trump announces the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a Caracas operation. Details on the military escalation and regional implications.
Troops rescue abducted victim, recover items in Kano
Nigerian Army troops successfully rescued a kidnap victim and recovered stolen items in a fierce gun battle along the Kano-Katsina border. Read the full details of the security operation.
Army neutralises 3 terrorists, recovers weapons in Zamfara
Nigerian troops have eliminated three terrorists and recovered weapons in Zamfara State during Operation Forest Sanity IV. Read the full report on the latest military success.
Troops Rescue 3 Abducted Kano Residents in Joint Operation
Nigerian Army, Air Force, and Police forces have rescued three residents abducted by bandits in Kano's Gwarzo LGA. Read details of the deadly operation here.
Troops rescue 14 captives in Orokam Forest operation
Nigerian Army troops, in a joint operation, have freed 14 kidnapped victims from a hideout in Orokam Forest. The successful raid followed community intelligence. Read the full details of the rescue mission.
100 Niger Schoolchildren Freed After Bandit Kidnapping
The Federal Government has secured the release of 100 pupils abducted from a Niger State school. Read the full details of the rescue operation and the ongoing efforts to free the remaining captives.
Troops Rescue 14 Kidnapped Victims in Benue Forest
Nigerian Army troops, in a joint operation, have successfully rescued 14 kidnapped victims from a forest hideout along the Benue-Enugu border. Read the full details of the daring rescue mission here.
Plateau: Islamic, Christian Leaders Unite to End Crises
Sheikh Yahaya Ibrahim Masussuka meets CAN leaders in Plateau to forge peace. They urge government action on jobs and security to end religious violence. Read the full story.
Police bust kidnapping syndicate, recover GPMG in Gombe
Gombe State Police Command, with hunters, neutralized two kidnappers, arrested seven, and recovered a General Purpose Machine Gun. The syndicate confessed to receiving N150 million in ransoms. Read the full details.
Troops Rescue 10, Recover Arms and Ransom in Kaduna
Nigerian Army troops rescued 10 kidnapped victims and recovered arms, ammunition, and ₦1.6 million ransom in a dawn operation in Kaduna's Sanga LGA. Read the full details of the successful mission.
Police Arrest Bandit Financiers, Thieves in Sokoto, Zamfara
Sokoto State Police Command has arrested suspects funding bandits through cattle sales and smashed a motorcycle theft syndicate in a coordinated cross-border operation. Commissioner declares end to criminal safe havens.
Police Arrest 3 Alleged Bandit Financiers in Sokoto
Sokoto Police Command arrests three suspects for financing bandits through cattle rustling. Coordinated operations in Tangaza and Zamfara target criminal networks. CP commends operatives.
Troops Rescue 10, Recover N1.6m Ransom in Kaduna
Nigerian Army troops have rescued 10 kidnapped victims, including children, in Kaduna. The operation also recovered a fabricated AK-47 rifle and N1.6 million ransom money. Read the full details of the successful mission.
Customs Seizes N181m Petrol from Smugglers in Adamawa
Nigeria Customs Service intercepts over 184,000 litres of PMS in Adamawa, its largest fuel seizure in the state. Operation Whirlwind makes 55 seizures, combating economic sabotage.
Army rescues 10 abducted women in Kaduna operation
Nigerian Army troops rescued 10 women kidnapped in Kaduna, recovering N1.6 million ransom in a dawn raid. Read details of the successful operation.
NCS Seizes N181.6m Petroleum Products in Adamawa
Nigeria Customs Service intercepts smuggled fuel worth N181.6 million near Cameroon border in eight weeks. ACG Kolapo Oladeji warns smugglers face life imprisonment. NNPCL also announces another petrol price cut.
Enugu LG Launches 'Operation Kwechiri' to Fight Insecurity
Uzo-Uwani LGA Chairman Chijioke Ezugwu launches Operation Kwechiri, deploys 320 vigilantes, 4 vehicles, and 25 motorcycles to combat crime. Read about the new security strategy.
Two arrested, hideouts dismantled in Ibadan security raid
Security forces raided criminal hideouts in Ibadan's Orita-Challenge, arresting two with illicit drugs. The operation followed residents' petitions over rising crime. Read more.
Army Crushes Bandit Hideouts in Taraba, Arrests Suspect
Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army have destroyed multiple bandit camps in Taraba's Takum LGA and neutralized two gunmen in Karim Lamido. Read the full report on the latest security operations.
Army Rescues Abducted Pastor, Recovers Rifle in Plateau
Nigerian Army troops rescued Reverend Ephraim Yakubu from kidnappers in Plateau State's Bassa LGA. The clergyman was found injured. Troops recovered a fabricated rifle and ammunition. Read the full report.
Plateau Troops Raid Hideout, Recover AK-47, Communication Gear
Nigerian troops raided a gunrunner's hideout in Plateau, recovering an AK-47 rifle and communication equipment. In a separate incident, Imo police killed two kidnappers. Read the latest security updates.
5 Kidnapped Rivers University Students Rescued Unhurt
Five Rivers State University students kidnapped from Emohua have been rescued unharmed. Police and community leaders collaborated in a successful operation. Read the full story.
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