Category : Military


Fresh Attacks, Airstrike Fallout Pressure FG Over Security

Fresh insurgent attacks and a controversial airstrike in Borno State heighten pressure on the Federal Government, with President Tinubu convening an emergency security meeting amid rising military casualties and public concern over Nigeria's security stra

Ekiti Security Forces Raid Criminal Hideouts in Forests

Security agencies in Ekiti State have launched a joint operation, 'Operation Comb the Bush,' to raid forests and hideouts used by criminals, aiming to prevent kidnapping and other crimes amid rising threats from neighboring states.

Colonel, Six Soldiers Killed in Borno Ambush by Boko Haram

Suspected Boko Haram insurgents killed Colonel I.A. Mohammed and six soldiers in an ambush in Monguno, Borno state. The attack occurred as they responded to a prior assault on a military base, with the colonel's vehicle hitting an IED.

Army Colonel Killed in Boko Haram Ambush in Borno

Colonel I.A. Muhammad and several soldiers were killed in a deadly Boko Haram ambush in Monguno, Borno State. The attack highlights a surge in insurgent assaults targeting military officers in the region.

Army Detains Teen Suspect in General's Killing in Borno

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a 15-year-old suspect in Borno State linked to an attack that killed Brigadier General Oseni Braimah and soldiers. The suspect confessed in a video to participating in attacks and logistics operations.

Australia Appoints First Female Chief of Army

Lieutenant General Susan Coyle becomes the first woman to lead the Australian Army in its 125-year history, part of a major defense leadership reshuffle aimed at boosting female representation.

MURIC Demands Probe into Military Airstrike on Jilli Market

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has condemned a Nigerian military airstrike on Jilli Market in Borno State, calling for the suspension of involved personnel and an independent investigation into the incident that reportedly killed over 50 civilians.

Jilli Airstrike Death Toll Over 60, Military Probe Ordered

Outrage intensifies as the death toll from the Jilli airstrike along the Borno-Yobe border rises above 60. The military defends the operation as intelligence-led while ordering an investigation, with rights groups and political leaders demanding accountab

State Police in Nigeria: A Strategic Path Forward

The call for state police in Nigeria gains traction amid security threats, but experts urge caution due to risks of political control, uneven governance, and the need to strengthen the national police force first.

NAF Airstrikes Kill 30 in Yobe Border Market

At least 30 people are feared dead after Nigerian Air Force airstrikes hit a crowded weekly market in the Jilli border community of Yobe State, with eyewitnesses reporting dozens of casualties and widespread panic among traders.

Army Destroys ISWAP Logistics Hub in Borno Airstrike

The Nigerian Air Force conducted a precision strike on a terrorist logistics hub near Jilli in Borno State, destroying vehicles and neutralizing fighters. The operation followed intelligence gathering along the Bindul Jilli axis, disrupting planned attack

Air Force Destroys Terrorist Logistics Base in Borno

The Nigerian Air Force conducted a precision airstrike on a terrorist logistics hub in Jilli, Borno State, killing scores of insurgents and disrupting planned attacks. The operation followed intelligence surveillance and led to arrests linked to recent as

Amnesty Condemns Yobe Airstrike Killing Over 100, Demands Probe

Amnesty International strongly condemns a military airstrike in Yobe State that reportedly killed over 100 civilians at Jalli Futchimiram market. The human rights group demands an immediate investigation into the incident, which occurred during an operati

Navy Arrests Personnel After Brawl During Tinubu Visit

The Nigerian Navy has detained personnel involved in a public altercation with soldiers in Bayelsa during President Tinubu's visit. A viral video showed uniformed officers exchanging blows, sparking widespread criticism of security force indiscipline.

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