In a bold display of integrity and professionalism, troops under Operation Safe Haven have turned down a ₦13.7 million bribe allegedly offered by terrorists during a recent operation in Plateau State. This was disclosed on Thursday by the Defence Headquarters in Abuja, while giving an update on recent military activities across various theatres of operation
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has called on host communities across the Niger Delta to take greater responsibility in protecting national infrastructure, particularly oil pipelines and other strategic assets. The appeal was made on July 15, 2025, during a stakeholders’ engagement organised by Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) in Port
July 11, 2025 | Abuja — The President of the Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA), Mrs. Mernan Femi Oluyede, led a heartfelt humanitarian outreach in Abuja, empowering and supporting 1,500 soldiers’ wives and widows of fallen heroes. With the theme “Sustaining Legacies through Unwavering Commitment to Unity and Service for the Betterment of Humanity,”
July 10, 2025 | Maiduguri, Borno State — The Nigerian Army announced on Thursday the successful neutralisation of 24 Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists in Borno State as part of coordinated operations between January 7 and January 13. Major-General Edward Buba, Army spokesperson, reported that troops conducted multiple offensive patrols across the Damboa, Bama, and
July 8, 2025 | Abuja In a significant move to advance regional defence cooperation and indigenous aerospace development, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has cemented a fresh partnership with the Ethiopian Air Force (FDRE AF), focused on co-producing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), training, and technical collaboration. The engagement, which took place from July 1–3, 2025,
July, 2025 | Kaduna, Nigeria The grand finale of the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2025 was held in Kaduna on Saturday, drawing dignitaries, military top brass, and enthusiastic citizens to mark the Army’s longstanding service to the nation. The ceremony, which capped off a week-long series of events honouring the Nigerian Army’s history, sacrifice,
July 6, 2025 | Kaduna, Nigeria Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday, July 5, 2025, represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the grand commemoration of the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2025, held in Kaduna State. The event, which spotlighted the bravery, discipline, and commitment of the Nigerian Army to national security, drew top dignitaries
July 4, 2025 — Abuja, Nigeria — The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has stated that the decision to grant amnesty to surrendered terrorists and bandits does not fall under the authority of the military. In a statement issued on Thursday, the DHQ clarified that while the military plays a critical role in counter-insurgency and national security
July 2025 – Nigeria — In a successful joint operation, operatives of the Nigerian military and the Department of State Services (DSS) have rescued a kidnapped commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), apprehending three suspects linked to the abduction. The NDLEA commander, whose identity remains undisclosed for security reasons, was reportedly abducted
Kigali, Rwanda | July 3, 2025 — The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has added another feather to its cap on the continental stage as Wing Commander Ademola Oluwatoyin Ogunleye emerged as the second overall best student at the Senior Command and Staff Course Intake 13 of the Rwanda Defence Force Command and Staff College (RDFCSC),
