Bello Turji Threatens Violence Over Arrest of His Ally, Wurgi
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Bello Turji Threatens Violence Over Arrest of His Ally, Wurgi
By: Zagazola Makama
The notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has reportedly issued a series of threats following the arrest of his close associate, Wurgi, a key lieutenant in Turji’s camp who is said to be instrumental...
Burkina Faso’s BIR-10 Neutralizes 10 Terrorists, Seizes Weapons in Barani Operation
The 10th Rapid Intervention Battalion (BIR-10) of Burkina Faso has neutralized 10 terrorists and seized a cache of weapons and equipment during a counter-terrorism operation in the village of Boule, Barani Commune...
Malian Army Captures Key Daesh Leader in Anderamboukane Operation
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Malian Army Captures Key Daesh Leader in Anderamboukane Operation
The Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) have recorded a significant victory in the fight against terrorism with the capture of Ahmad Ag Ditta, a prominent leader of Daesh, during a military operation in the Anderamboukane area o...
Learn from Ghana’s democratic example, Tinubu urges ECOWAS leaders
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Learn from Ghana’s democratic example, Tinubu urges ECOWAS leaders
President Bola Tinubu has urged West African leaders to draw inspiration from Ghana’s recent peaceful elections as a model of democratic maturity and commitment to national unity.
The President said this during the...
Counter-terrorism: FG secures conviction of over 200 of suspects
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Counter-terrorism: FG secures conviction of over 200 of suspects
The Federal Government of Nigeria has secured conviction of more than 200 terrorists successfully prosecuted during the just-concluded Phase Six Terrorism Trials held at the Kainji Detention Facility from Dec. 9 to Dec. 13.
This is c...
2024: 1 Division Nigerian Army succeeds in improving security – GOC
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2024: 1 Division Nigerian Army succeeds in improving security – GOC
The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 1 Division Nigerian Army Kaduna, Maj.-Gen. Mayirenso Saraso, says the division has recorded modest achievements in improving security in its Area of Responsibility (AOR) in 2024.
Saraso...
FG clears N85bn, $54m ECOWAS community levy
The Federal Government has paid its ECOWAS community levy of N85 billion and 54 million dollars representing 2023 and up to July 2024.
Dr Omar Touray, President of the ECOWAS Commission, said this on Sunday, during the opening of th...
Strengthen agriculture value chains, Chambas tells ECOWAS
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Strengthen agriculture value chains, Chambas tells ECOWAS
Renowned diplomat, Dr Mohamed Ibn Chambas, says the Economic Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS) must recommit to strengthening regional agriculture value chains.
Chambas made the call at the 66th Ordinary Session of ECOWAS summi...
Nigerian Army Captures Notorious Bandit Leader, Baka Wurgi Linked to Emir of Gobir’s Murder
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Nigerian Army Captures Notorious Bandit Leader, Baka Wurgi Linked to Emir of Gobir’s Murder
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the 1 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have apprehended a notorious bandit leader and arms dealer, Bako Wurgi, alias Baka NaGarba, suspected to be behind the mur...
AES Opens Borders to ECOWAS Nationals
The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) has announced that nationals from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) are now permitted to enter, move, reside, establish, and exit AES territories, in accordance with existing national regulations...
CDS Deploys Special Operations Brigade Against Lakurawas Sect in Sokoto, Kebbi
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CDS Deploys Special Operations Brigade Against Lakurawas Sect in Sokoto, Kebbi
Sokoto, Dec. 13, 2024 (NAN) — The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has deployed a Special Operations Brigade to combat the activities of the Lakurawas sect in Sokoto and Kebbi states.
...
RoLAC, NHRC Mark International Human Rights Day
As Commission Appeals to Nigerians to Support Human Rights Fund
The Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (RoLAC) and the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) commemorated International Human Rights Day on Tuesday with an awareness...
Periscoping Borno’s Post-Insurgency Recovery
By Zagazola Makama
In the wake of the decade-long Boko Haram insurgency, the Borno State government, in collaboration with federal authorities and development partners, has initiated robust programs aimed at expediting the peace restor...
Two Bandits Killed While Testing IEDs in Zamfara
Two suspected bandits were killed during an attempt to test Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) at a camp reportedly established by the notorious extremist leader, Bello Turji, in Zamfara State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Mak...
Troops Foil Banditry Attack, Arrest Two Suspects in Taraba
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Troops Foil Banditry Attack, Arrest Two Suspects in Taraba
Troops of 6 Brigade, Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have successfully thwarted a planned banditry attack in the southern part of Taraba State. Acting on credible intelligence, the troops apprehended two suspects and...
We’ll handle return of Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso to ECOWAS with wisdom – Tinubu
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We’ll handle return of Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso to ECOWAS with wisdom – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu said the interest and welfare of the citizens of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger remained priority for leaders of ECOWAS.The President said this on Wednesday while receiving Mr Frank–Walte...
Operation Fansan Yamma: Troops Neutralize Terrorists, Capture Weapons in Zamfara*
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*Operation Fansan Yamma: Troops Neutralize Terrorists, Capture Weapons in Zamfara*
Troops of Forward Operating Base Anka under 1 Brigade in the Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma Theatre in collaboration with Zamfara State Community Protection Guard (ZSCPG) and local vigilantes con...
COAS Reiterates Commitment to Soldiers’ Welfare, Commissions Key Projects in Kaduna
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COAS Reiterates Commitment to Soldiers’ Welfare, Commissions Key Projects in Kaduna
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Oluyemi Oluyede, has pledged to lead the Nigerian Army with empathy, ensuring officers and soldiers receive their entitlements.
He made this commitment during his maiden o...
Troops of 3 Division/Operation SAFE HAVEN Arrest Kidnap Kingpins, Recover Ammunition Cache in Plateau
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Troops of 3 Division/Operation SAFE HAVEN Arrest Kidnap Kingpins, Recover Ammunition Cache in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 3 Division/Operation SAFE HAVEN have apprehended key kidnap kingpins and recovered a significant ammunition cache during a targeted raid in the Rafiki General Area of...
Three Dead, 30 Injured in Borno State University Bus Accident
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Three Dead, 30 Injured in Borno State University Bus Accident
By: Zagazola Makama
A tragic road accident involving a Borno State University staff bus has claimed three lives and left at least 30 others injured.
The accident occurred on Wednesday Dec. 11, 2024, when a large truck collided with the...
