US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll Resigns Amid Iran War Tensions
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigned, citing friction with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, six months into the Iran war, sources told CNN.
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Trump asks Supreme Court to uphold transgender military ban
The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to uphold its ban on transgender Americans serving in the military, appealing a lower court ruling that sided with trans service members.
Pentagon to withdraw 200 troops from Nigeria by late Sept 2026
The US Pentagon will withdraw about 200 troops from Nigeria by late September 2026, leaving small teams of trainers and intelligence analysts, officials said.
US Airman Charged for Criticizing President Trump
US Air Force Major Jason Watson faces 10 military charges, including rare Article 88 contempt counts, for publicly calling President Trump a 'failure' in interviews and a Capitol protest.
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Tinubu Appoints Matawalle to 2027 APC Campaign Security Role
President Tinubu appoints Defence Minister Bello Matawalle as Deputy Director of Security for the 2027 APC Presidential Campaign Council, a role he has accepted with a pledge of loyalty.
UAE Army: 3 Conditions to Join Emirati Military Service
The UAE government has published three official conditions for national service recruitment: citizenship, age limits (18-30 for males, 18-35 for females), and medical fitness.
UAE Exempts Sole Sons, Medically Unfit From Military Service
The UAE military has announced two categories of citizens exempt from mandatory service: the sole son of a family and medically unfit citizens, as per official website.
Kogi APC Chairman Dies After Collapsing at Meeting
Oyewole Mayowa Solomon, APC chairman for Ijumu LGA in Kogi State, died after collapsing at a reconciliation meeting in Iyara convened by Funsho Olumoko ahead of 2027 elections.
Borno: 10 wives, 24 children of terrorists surrender to troops
Ten women and 24 children linked to suspected terrorists surrendered to Nigerian Army troops in Mafa LGA, Borno, on August 19, 2026, after rival faction clashes.
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Navy rescues 22 sea robbery victims in Akwa Ibom
The Nigerian Navy rescued 22 passengers abducted by sea robbers on the Calabar–Oron–Ibaka waterway, with no ransom paid, following a coordinated operation.
Army Adjusts Security in Sokoto After Kebbe Attack
The Nigerian Army has adjusted its security architecture around Kebbe LGA in Sokoto State after Friday's attack, following intelligence that terrorists were still close by, according to the GOC 8 Division.
Arik Air resumes flights after govt intervention in dispute
Arik Air resumes operations today after federal government intervention resolved a 72-hour strike by aviation unions over alleged debts, stranding thousands of travellers.
Trump Orders Navy to Replace EMALS with Steam Catapults
Trump signed a memo directing the Navy to replace EMALS with steam catapults on the Doris Miller, the fourth Ford-class carrier. The reversal, targeting a ship with keel laying set for 2026, is projected to cost hundreds of millions.
Aviation Union Strike Disrupts Air Peace, United Nigeria Flights
Aviation unions' strike disrupted Air Peace and United Nigeria flights, causing over ₦2 billion loss for Air Peace and affecting 30+ United Nigeria flights.
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2 US Soldiers Dead After Apache Helicopter Crash in Texas
Two US Army soldiers died when an AH-64 Apache helicopter crashed south of Salado, Bell County, Texas, on August 13, 2026, sparking a fast-spreading fire.
Police Kill Suspected Kingpin Behind Imo Monarch's Murder
Nigeria Police killed Ojiogu Elumah Martin, suspected leader of the syndicate behind HRH Eze Paulinus Ekwueme's murder, in a shootout on August 6, 2026.
Carpenter Freed by DSS, Gets ₦3 Million Compensation
Mustapha Marwana, a carpenter arrested over the Oyo school abductions, has been cleared by the DSS and paid ₦3 million in compensation after no evidence linked him to Ansaru.
Nigerian Woman Uzoma Becomes US Army Captain
Nigerian woman Uzoma promoted to captain in US Army, announced on X, expressing gratitude for the milestone.
Troops Ambush Lakurawa Terrorists in Kebbi, Recover Gear
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA ambushed Lakurawa terrorists near Ugwan Hassan in Kebbi, forcing retreat and recovering communication gear, phones, and a Nigerien ID.
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Top 10 Most Powerful Military Alliances in 2026
In 2026, global security hinges on formal defense pacts. NATO leads with $1.581 trillion spending, while new alliances like the Mecca Pact reshape power.
Airstrike Hits Bandits Moving From Zamfara to Kebbi
Nigerian troops and Air Force strike about 240 bandits moving from Zamfara to Kebbi, with operation ongoing, says army spokesman.
NAF airstrike kills 9 ISWAP fighters, top commander
NAF airstrike in Sambisa Forest kills nine ISWAP fighters, including senior commander Abu Khalid Al Muhajir, disrupting terrorist operations in Borno.
Saudi, Pakistan, Turkiye sign joint defence pact in Mecca
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkiye signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement on Friday, pledging collective defence against armed attacks, amid Middle East tensions.
Nigerian Military Rescues 363 Victims in One Week
In one week, Nigerian troops rescued 363 abducted persons, including 308 in Niger's Kainji Lake Park, and arrested numerous suspects nationwide.
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NAF Air Strikes Kill 9 ISWAP Terrorists, Senior Commander
Nigerian Air Force precision strikes in Sambisa Forest kill 9 ISWAP fighters, including senior commander Abu Khalid Al Muhajir, disrupting terror operations.
Military Rescues 363, Kills 69 Terrorists in One Week
Nigerian troops killed 69 terrorists, rescued 363 kidnapped victims, and arrested 49 suspects in one week, according to the Defence Headquarters.
17 Boko Haram family members surrender in Borno
Seventeen family members of Boko Haram's JAS faction surrendered to troops in Borno, citing military pressure under Operation Hadin Kai.
Ukraine Deploys Combat Robot via Drone in First Marsupial Attack
Ukraine used a heavy-lift drone to deploy an ARK-1 ground robot with an anti-tank mine, marking the first known drone-carried combat robot attack.
Lawmakers Back Tinubu Military Pay Rise and Army Expansion
Nigeria's House Committee on Defence praises Tinubu's military salary review and army expansion from 8 to 12 divisions, pledging legislative support.
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IGP Disu: State Police Framework Studied India, US, Pakistan
IGP Olatunji Disu reveals state police committee studied India, US, and Pakistan models, completed framework in 17 days, and urges police to engage in national discourse.
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