Nigeria kills 1,597 terrorists, rescues 1,516 hostages in H1
Nigeria's military killed 1,597 terrorists and rescued 1,516 hostages in 14,221 operations in H1 2026. Police, NDLEA, Customs, EFCC also reported major gains.
Category : Terrorism
WHO Declares Hantavirus Outbreak on MV Hondius Over
The WHO has declared the hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship over after the last contact completed quarantine and tested negative, with no new cases since May 25.
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US Withdraws Troops From Nigeria After ISIS Mission
The US has withdrawn most troops deployed to Nigeria for a counterterrorism mission, saying the operation disrupted the ISIS network and achieved its objectives.
AU Emergency Meeting as US Ends Somalia Army Funds
The African Union has convened an emergency meeting after the US announced it will end funding for the Somalia peacekeeping mission by 2026, citing lack of progress against Al-Shabaab.
Pro-Biafra attacks decline 50% after Simon Ekpa's imprisonment
Attacks linked to pro-Biafra groups in Nigeria's South-east declined 50% in 2025 after Simon Ekpa's arrest and imprisonment in Finland, with 100 attacks in 2024 dropping to 50 in 2025.
Nigeria's Stock Market Upgrade Paused by FTSE Russell
FTSE Russell pauses Nigeria's frontier market upgrade after the country shortened its stock settlement cycle to T+1, citing prefunding concerns that may deter foreign investors.
Russia kills 18 in massive missile and drone attack on Kyiv
At least 18 killed and over 90 injured in Russia's large-scale missile and drone attack on Kyiv, with more than 20 sites hit across the capital.
Bandits kill Chief Imam, two others in Sokoto attack
Bandits killed the Chief Imam of Talluje village and two others in Sokoto State, forcing hundreds to flee and rustling livestock in a two-hour attack.
ONSA: 1,721 terrorism convictions in nine years
The Federal Government has secured 1,721 terrorism-related convictions since October 2017, with 865 convictions in 2026 alone, exceeding the total of the previous nine years.
Gunmen Attack NIPSS Again, One Killed in Gun Battle
Security personnel thwarted a fresh attack on NIPSS in Plateau State, killing one assailant in a gun battle. No casualties among staff or participants.
Obasanjo Warns Nigeria Cannot Survive Second Civil War
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo warns that Nigeria cannot survive a second civil war, citing unresolved grievances from the 1967–1970 conflict during the presentation of a historical documentation on the Asaba Massacre.
Iranian Clerics Call for Assassination of Trump, Netanyahu
Iran's Assembly of Experts issued a statement calling for the assassinations of President Trump and PM Netanyahu, calling it a religious duty.
Three-Year-Old Rescued Alive Six Days After Venezuela Earthquake
A three-year-old boy, Klieber Morán, was rescued alive from rubble six days after a devastating earthquake in Venezuela, with a death toll of 1,943.
Lebanon: 4,246 killed, 12,190 injured in Israeli attacks
At least 4,246 people have been killed and 12,190 injured in Israeli attacks in Lebanon since March 2, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry.
Nigerian Navy seizes 22,870 litres of illegal diesel in Rivers
The Nigerian Navy intercepted 81 sacks of illegally refined AGO (22,870 litres) in Rivers State under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, disrupting criminal networks.
US recovers largest cache of terrorist electronics since 9/11
A US official says forces recovered the largest cache of terrorist electronic materials since 9/11 during a raid against ISWAP in Nigeria, killing 199 jihadists.
Fulani terror groups kill 44% of civilians, study finds
A six-year study by ORFA reveals that Fulani Terror Groups caused 44% of civilian deaths in Nigeria, while Boko Haram and ISWAP accounted for only 12% combined.
Nigeria won't tolerate damage to interests amid SA xenophobia
Nigeria refuses to accept humiliation or damage to its interests amid South Africa's xenophobic attacks, says Presidential Aide Demola Oshodi, as repatriations continue.
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Terrorist Leader Claims Security Operatives Leak Military Plans
A viral audio allegedly featuring terrorist leader Kachalla Maha reveals he claims security operatives leak military plans to him, including strategies involving the President.
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Anti-immigration protests erupt in South Africa as June 30 deadline looms
South Africa has deployed security forces nationwide as anti-immigrant groups enforce an unofficial June 30 deadline for undocumented migrants, raising fears of xenophobic violence.
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Adeboye: God says Oyo school kidnap victims' release will be 'dramatic'
Pastor Enoch Adeboye says God told him the release of pupils and teachers abducted in the Oyo school kidnap will be 'dramatic,' while urging Nigerians to keep praying amid ongoing rescue efforts.
Trump Aide: US Killed 199 Jihadists in Nigeria Operation
Sebastian Gorka, deputy assistant to President Trump, said US troops killed 199 jihadists in one operation in Nigeria, calling it a major counterterrorism success.
Europe Heatwave: 1,300 Excess Deaths, Temps Hit 44C
Europe's heatwave has caused 1,300 excess deaths, with temperatures reaching 44°C. France reported 1,000 deaths, and experts warn climate change makes such events 30 times more likely.
DHQ: US disclosure on 199 jihadists refers to May 2026 operation
The Defence Headquarters clarifies that the US disclosure on the killing of 199 jihadists refers to a joint Nigeria-US operation in May 2026, not a new mission.
Adeboye: God Promises Dramatic Release of Oyo Children
Pastor Enoch Adeboye of RCCG says God revealed the abducted Oyo schoolchildren and teachers will be released dramatically, sparking debate on faith and government action.
NAUS Threatens to Shut Down South African Businesses in Nigeria
NAUS gives South Africa seven-day ultimatum to halt xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, warns of shutting down South African businesses in Nigeria if demands are not met.
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FG announces next evacuation flight from South Africa for 271 Nigerians
The Federal Government announces the next evacuation flight from South Africa will bring 271 Nigerians home on Tuesday amid fears of renewed xenophobic attacks and planned anti-immigration protests.
S. Korea Coach Hong Myung-Bo Resigns After President's Criticism
South Korea head coach Hong Myung-Bo resigned after group-stage World Cup exit and harsh criticism from President Lee Jae Myung, who called him 'incompetent'.
Top ISWAP commanders surrender to Nigeria military
Senior ISWAP commanders surrendered to Nigeria's Operation HADIN KAI after sustained offensives, with over 76 fighters also laying down arms in the past week.
Troops Arrest ISWAP Suspect Over Planned Borno Attacks
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai arrested Muhammad Shuaibu, an ISWAP operative, for allegedly planning attacks on military bases in Borno State, including the 199 Special Forces Battalion.
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