An appreciation of the armed forces: weeklong actions across multiple theatres
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An appreciation of the armed forces: weeklong actions across multiple theatres
By Bayo Onanuga
Some Nigerians and armchair analysts are often quick to criticise the Federal Government for perceived shortcomings in security, highlighting isolated incidents such as kidnappings, improvised explosive...
Troops neutralise 3 terrorists, recover rifles and motorcycles in Babbangida fighting patrol
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Troops neutralise 3 terrorists, recover rifles and motorcycles in Babbangida fighting patrol
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 233 Battalion, operating in the Babbangida general area of Yobe state, in conjunction with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), have neutrali...
Several terrorists killed as Air Force destroys enclave in Sambisa Forest air strike
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Several terrorists killed as Air Force destroys enclave in Sambisa Forest air strike
By: Zagazola Makama
The Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai have eliminated several terrorists following a precision air interdiction mission conducted on a known terrorist enclave at Yuwe i...
One killed by Fulani bandit in isolated attack along Sabon Gida axis in Plateau
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One killed by Fulani bandit in isolated attack along Sabon Gida axis in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
A 32-year-old man, identified as Mr Gideon Luka from Mangu but resident in Sabon Gida, has been killed in an isolated attack along Sabon Gida axis in Gyel District of Plateau S...
Angry youths, women attack soldiers, burn military checkpoint in Plateau over killing of villager
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Angry youths, women attack soldiers, burn military checkpoint in Plateau over killing of villager
By: Zagazola Makama
Tension rose in Kassa community of Kassa District, in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, as angry youths and women on Sunday attacked soldiers and...
One killed, three injured as gunmen attack Plateau community in reprisal over livestock incident
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One killed, three injured as gunmen attack Plateau community in reprisal over livestock incident
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen suspected to be Fulani bandits have killed one person and injured three others in an attack on Shonong community in Bachi District, Riyom Local Governme...
Troops destroy terrorist hideouts, arrest 9 suspected informants in Taraba
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Troops destroy terrorist hideouts, arrest 9 suspected informants in Taraba
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have destroyed suspected terrorist hideouts and arrested nine alleged informants during an offensive operation in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of T...
CDS tasks troops to crush bandits, restore peace in North-West
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CDS tasks troops to crush bandits, restore peace in North-West
By: Zagazola Makama
The Chief of Defence Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, has charged troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA to intensify operations against bandits and other criminal elements in the North-West.
Ol...
Troops intercept suspected terrorists’ couriers, recover ammunition in Kogi
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Troops intercept suspected terrorists’ couriers, recover ammunition in Kogi
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have intercepted suspected terrorists’ logistics couriers and recovered a cache of ammunition in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State.
Security sources said the op...
Troops Foil ISWAP Attack Attempt in Guzamala
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 3 Area of Responsibility have foiled an attempted attack by suspected ISWAP/JAS terrorists on Forward Operating Base (FOB) Mairari in Guzamala Local Government Area of Borno State.
Sources said the incident occurred...
Troops Arrest Suspected Terror Logistics Couriers in Kogi State
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Troops Arrest Suspected Terror Logistics Couriers in Kogi State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation MESA have arrested two suspected terrorist logistics couriers along the Obajana–Kabba road in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State.
Sources said the operation...
Three Killed in Barkin Ladi Amid Rising Tensions Over Livestock Poisoning in Plateau
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Three Killed in Barkin Ladi Amid Rising Tensions Over Livestock Poisoning in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Three persons have been killed in an attack on Hurum village in Tenti District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, in what sources described as a retaliatory incident linked...
Stolen cows allegedly rustled by Berom militia from Plateau, sold by paramount ruler traced to Nasarawa
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Stolen cows allegedly rustled by Berom militia from Plateau, sold by paramount ruler traced to Nasarawa
By: Zagazola Makama
Security operatives in Nasarawa State have intercepted stolen livestock allegedly rustled by Berom militia from Bokkos in Plateau State and sold through illicit channels, lea...
Troops arrest five suspected smugglers, recover materials in Borno–Yobe axis
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Troops arrest five suspected smugglers, recover materials in Borno–Yobe axis
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested five suspected smugglers and recovered assorted items during an operation along the border communities of Borno State and&n...
Troops conduct clearance operation in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have carried out a clearance operation targeting suspected insurgent enclaves in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted on April 19 at about 1000 hrs...
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Nasarawa State
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Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Nasarawa State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Sector 2 of Operation Whirl Stroke have arrested a suspected kidnapper during a targeted operation in Akwanga Local Government Area of Nassarawa state.
Security sources said th...
Troops arrest seven suspected terrorists in Benue clearance operation
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Troops arrest seven suspected terrorists in Benue clearance operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Makurdi, April 19, 2026 – Troops under Sector 1 of Operation Whirl Stroke have arrested seven suspected terrorists during an offensive operation in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benu...
Troops intervene in farmland destruction by Fulani harder in Barkin Ladi LGA
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Troops intervene in farmland destruction by Fulani harder in Barkin Ladi LGA
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 4 under Operation Safe Haven have intervened in a farmland destruction incident involving cattle grazing in Rakwok village, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of P...
Troops arrest suspected terrorist kingpin and accomplice in Kwara State
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Troops arrest suspected terrorist kingpin and accomplice in Kwara State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation Savannah Shield have arrested a suspected terrorist kingpin and his accomplice during an ambush operation in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara state. ...
Four killed as armed men attack Gidan Daji village in Maru LGA
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Four killed as armed men attack Gidan Daji village in Maru LGA
By: Zagazola Makama
At least four persons have been confirmed dead following an attack by armed men on Gidan Daji village in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara.
Security sources said the incident occur...
