Category: Defence and Security

The North-East Youth Renaissance Group, NYRG, on Wednesday said with more determination and support of the people, troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria will continue to decimate terrorists attacking communities in the region and entire country. The Group said the region is facing an unenviable situation with sad tales, saying with the peoples support, the situation can be turned around by troops. NYRG stated this in reaction to failed attack on New Marte and the Forward Operating Base at Kumshe in Borno State by fighters of the Islamic State…

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The Nigerian military has successfully rescued over 100 kidnapped victims in Katsina State—not through combat, but via community-based dialogue and strategic engagement. This was disclosed by Major General Ibikunle Ajose, General Officer Commanding and Commander of Sector Operation Hadarin Daji (Fansan Yamma), during an interactive session with defence correspondents in Sokoto. According to Major General Ajose, the rescue was made possible through intensive dialogue with Fulani and Hausa communities, who played a key role in securing the unconditional release of the captives. “We engaged the Fulani and Hausa communities directly. They trusted us…

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Gunmen suspected to be cattle rustlers have killed two herders and injured a vigilante during an attack on a Fulani settlement in Mawogi II village, located in the Gawu ward of Abaji Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). According to local security guard Ibrahim Yakubu, the attack occurred in the early hours of Tuesday. He reported that the armed men stormed the settlement and opened fire when some herders attempted to resist them. “The gunmen shot two herders who tried to stop them. One died instantly, while the…

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Troops and local hunters repelled a Boko Haram attack in Warambe village, Gwoza LGA of Borno State, killing five terrorists. Warambe, a newly resettled community, has faced repeated infiltration attempts by Boko Haram fighters. The chairman of the hunters confirmed that the terrorists stormed the village around 6 a.m. on Friday. “My team overwhelmed the attackers and killed five of them,” he said. “We recovered arms and ammunition now held by the military.” Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume (APC, Borno South) praised the security forces for their rapid response to the…

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The Nigerian military has reaffirmed its full commitment to carrying out President Bola Tinubu’s directive to enhance national security and tackle threats to peace and stability across the country. This assurance was given by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, during a media briefing held in Abuja on Thursday. Addressing journalists, Major General Kangye emphasized the strategic role of the media in shaping public confidence in the military’s efforts. “When we tell the story ourselves, it sometimes lacks impact. But when journalists like you tell it,…

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Suspected Boko Haram fighters launched a deadly attack on the 27 Task Force Army Brigade in Buni Yadi. The assault happened early Saturday morning in Gujba, Yobe State. At least four Nigerian soldiers were killed. The terrorists destroyed key military equipment during the raid. The attack came less than 24 hours after a major security meeting in Damaturu. North East governors had gathered to discuss strategies against insurgents. Buni Yadi, located 65 kilometers from Damaturu, is Governor Mai Mala Buni’s hometown. It now lies scarred by violence and destruction. A…

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.The Defence Headquarters has revealed that During the month of January 2025, troops neutralized 358 terrorists and arrested 431 suspected terrorists. Troops also apprehended 59 perpetretors of oil theft and rescued 249 kidnapped hostages. Defence Operations Spokeman Major General Edward Buba disclosed this on friday to Defence correspondents in a press statement. Buba said ”In the SS, troops denied the oil theft of the estimated sum of over #2 bn (N2,699,660,460.00). Breakdown includes: 2,732,038 litres of stolen crude oil, 42,515 litres of illegally refined AGO, 200 litres of DPK and 2,250 litres…

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The United Kingdom Minister of State, in the ministry of Defence Lord Baron Vernon Rodney Coaker, has paid an official visit to the CDS at the Defence Headquarters. The visit, according to him, is to further strengthen the already existing military  relationships between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. He added that this is the first country he has visited outside the UK since assuming office, while acknowledging the cordial relationships between the two countries.  Lord Coaker further stated that the UK is willing to work with Nigeria to tackle security…

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Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have neutralized the second-in-command of notorious terrorist leader Bello Turji’s namely, Aminu Kanawa. this was achieved onslaught on terrorist in the NW of the country, between the 20-21 Jan 2025. Major General Edward Buba, the Defence Operations spokesman made this known through a statement dated 22nd January 2024. He said “Troops also inflicted terminal injuries on some of Bello Turji’s close allies namely: Dosso (Bello Turji’s younger brother) and Danbokolo (one of Turji’s closest allies)”. “Additionally, troops neutralised several of Bello Turji’s key commanders namely:…

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Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have achieved a major victory against terrorism, neutralising three terrorists, including the son of the infamous terror leader Bello Turji, during a decisive operation in the Fakai high ground. The coordinated mission also led to the arrest of three suspected collaborators. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, confirmed in a statement that the operation, conducted in collaboration with the air component, targeted strategic terrorist locations along the Shinkafi, Kagara, Fakai, Moriki, Maiwa, and Chindo axes. The military’s superior firepower inflicted heavy…

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