26 h. ago Army Chief orders immediate completion of barracks housing projects nationwide

Waidi Shaibu, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has directed the immediate completion of all ongoing residential accommodation projects across Nigerian read more Army Chief orders immediate completion of barracks housing projects nationwide

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4 d. ago We have degraded terrorists’ operational capacity, says Defence

THE Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, says that the operational capacity of terrorist groups, bandits, and other criminal elements is significantly degraded across multiple theatres. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports, Musa said this at the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Annual Conference 2025 which held on Monday at Nebo Hall, […]

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6 d. ago Tinubu Approves ‘Special Promotion’ For His ADC To Brigadier General, Less Than A Year After Elevation To Colonel

President Bola Tinubu has approved the “special presidential promotion” of his aide-de-camp (ADC), Nurudeen Yusuf, from the rank of colonel to brigadier-general. The approval was conveyed in a letter from the office of the national security adviser (NSA) to the chief of army staff. The leaked letter was dated December 12, 2025, and was signed […] The post Tinubu Approves ‘Special Promotion’ For His ADC To Brigadier General, Less Than A Year After Elevation To Colonel appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Edo Assembly summons contractor, EDSIPADEC over 1.6km road project

The Edo State House of Assembly Committee on Project Inspection has summoned the contractor handling the 1.6km internal roads project in Oza community, Orhionmwon local government area.

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8 d. ago Army Chief Solicits Traditional Rulers’ Support For Military Operations

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Thursday, implored traditional rulers in the country to support military operations. Lt.-Gen. Shaibu made the call during a courtesy visit to the Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Akiolu, at his palace in Lagos. A statement by the Nigerian Army spokesperson, Colonel Appolonia Anele, said […]

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1 week ago COAS commissions development projects at Lagbaja cantoment, Lagos

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Wednesday commissioned a series of key projects at the Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja Cantonment in Ikeja, Lagos...

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1 week ago COAS Shaibu Commissions Development Projects At Lagbaja Cantonment In Lagos

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Wednesday, commissioned a series of key projects at the Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja Cantonment in Ikeja, Lagos State, aimed at enhancing the welfare of personnel and operational readiness of the Nigerian Army. The commissioned projects included a refurbished basketball court sponsored by First Bank, […]

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1 week ago Nigeria, India Advance Defence Partnership As Indian Defence Adviser Visits COAS Shaibu

  The strategic defence partnership between Nigeria and India received a significant boost on on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, when the Indian Defence Adviser to Nigeria, Colonel Manoj Singh, paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, at the Army Headquarters in Abuja. According to a statement signed […]

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1 week ago At 88, TY Danjuma Remains A Steady Voice For Nigeria — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has described former Chief of Army Staff and elder statesman, General Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma (rtd), as a steady national voice whose life of duty and sacrifice has shaped Nigeria’s journey through its most defining seasons. In a goodwill message personally signed by him on Tuesday to mark General Danjuma’s 88th birthday, Tinubu […]

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1 week ago Renaissance’s flare reduction project to power 6,700 Nigerian households

Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited has commissioned its Southern Swamp Associated Gas Solutions Project in Delta State, a facility capable read more Renaissance’s flare reduction project to power 6,700 Nigerian households

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1 week ago Army Suspends Retirement Of Categories Of Officers Over Tinubu’s Emergency Declaration

The Nigerian Army has indefinitely suspended all statutory and voluntary retirements for specific categories of officers, in response to the nationwide security emergency declared by President Tinubu. An internal memo dated 3 December, signed by Maj. Gen. E. I. Okoro on behalf of the Chief of Army Staff, explained that the measure is intended to […] The post Army Suspends Retirement Of Categories Of Officers Over Tinubu’s Emergency Declaration appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago PHOTOS: Army chief unveils facility to boost operational readiness

The Nigerian Army has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Wargaming Centre to enhance operational readiness and boost military training for its personnel. Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-army-chief-unveils-facility-to-boost-operational-readiness/

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2 w. ago UNICAL VC reaffirms commitment to security, housing, revival of abandoned projects after facility tour

The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Prof. Offiong Efanga Offiong, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening campus security, read more UNICAL VC reaffirms commitment to security, housing, revival of abandoned projects after facility tour

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2 w. ago Ndume to General Musa: Ensure Nigerian Army is placed on first

He said:" While I commend him on his appointment which most Nigerians have acknowledged that he deserves, he should convince his boss, the President and Commander-in-Chief on the need to put the Nigerian Army on First Line Charge.

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2 w. ago Fake News, Malicious Propaganda Affect Troops’ Morale, Undermine National Security — COAS

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu has warned that misinformation, fake news, and malicious propaganda can affect troops’ morale, undermine operational successes, and erode public trust. Lt.-Gen. Shaibu also described the media as a powerful instrument for shaping public perception, influencing attitudes and fostering national unity. The Army Chief, who was represented by […]

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3 w. ago Kano Council approves N54.8bn for major infrastructure social projects

The Kano State Executive Council has approved N54.8 billion for the execution of key projects spanning infrastructure, education, health, water supply, housing, security and digital governance...

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3 w. ago Circular Road: Makinde Reassures Residents On Adequate Compensation

Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, has assured that adequate compensation would be paid to property owners affected by the 110km Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road project. Governor Makinde also assured that no house would be demolished without adequate compensation to the affected owners. The assurance was given on Wednesday when the Governor visited the […]

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3 w. ago BREAKING: Tinubu In Emergency Security Meeting With Service Chiefs

President Bola Tinubu is currently in an emergency security meeting with Service Chiefs at the State House, Abuja, on Sunday evening. The high-level briefing, which is still ongoing as of press time, had in attendance the Chief of Army Staff, the Chief of Air Staff, the Inspector-General of Police, and the Director-General of the Department […]

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4 w. ago Army Chief charges troops to intensify operational efforts amid rising insecurity

Waidi Shaibu, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has charged officers and soldiers of the 1 Division Nigerian Army, Kaduna, to read more Army Chief charges troops to intensify operational efforts amid rising insecurity

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4 w. ago Banditry: COAS visits Zamfara frontline, Osun police debunk attack

Read the latest on banditry in Nigeria as the Army Chief visits the Zamfara frontline and Osun police debunk a false attack alarm on Iwo-Osogbo road. Read More: https://punchng.com/banditry-coas-visits-zamfara-frontline-osun-police-debunk-attack/

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