10 h. ago Be ready for fight against terrorism, insurgency, COAS tasks 6,195 new recruits

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt. General Olufemi Oluyede has charged members of the 88 Regular Recruit Intake (RRI) at the Depot Nigerian Army, Zaria to remain prepared at all times to be part of the fight against terrorism, and insurgency in the country. The recruits had undergone military training […] The post Be ready for fight against terrorism, insurgency, COAS tasks 6,195 new recruits appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Ndume denies claim Gen Buratai was attacked, says reference was to Buratai town

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja and Noah Ebije, Kaduna Senator representing Borno South and former Senate leader, Ali Ndume, has denied reports that he said former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Tukur Buratai (retd), narrowly escaped a Boko Haram attack in Borno State. General Buratai, in a statement by his Media Aide, Brig. General Sani […] The post Ndume denies claim Gen Buratai was attacked, says reference was to Buratai town appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Buratai debunks attack by Boko Haram, describes it as fake news

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The former Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. General Tukur Yusufu Buratai has debunked the news circulating on certain online platforms of an attack on his convoy by Boko Haram in Borno State. A statement on Monday by his Media Aide, Brig. General Sani Usman Kukasheka (Rtd), described the incident as […] The post Buratai debunks attack by Boko Haram, describes it as fake news appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Insecurity: COAS Boosts Morale Of Frontline Troops, Harps On Professionalism

Towards effective tackling of the security challenges confronting the nation, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has exhibited a remarkable show of solidarity and support for the frontline troops in Akwa Ibom State. Addressing the combatants at a special luncheon held over the weekend at the Nigerian Army’s 2 Brigade Cantonment, […]

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7 d. ago Insecurity: Army Chief Boosts Morale Of Frontline Troops In Akwa Ibom

The Chief Of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede has exhibited solidarity and support for frontline troops towards boosting the morale of the soldiers in Akwa Ibom State. Addressing the combatants at a special luncheon held over the weekend at the Nigerian Army’s 2 Brigade Cantonment, Mbiokporo, in Nsit Ibom local government area of the state, […]

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7 d. ago Governor Zulum Commends Troops, Donates N100m To Support War Victims In Borno

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has donated N100 million to support wounded soldiers and families of those killed in action, emphasising the need for decisive action against collaborators aiding terrorists. The donation was made during a joint Sallah luncheon organized by the Chief of Army Staff at the Maimalari Cantonment in Maiduguri on Saturday, June […] The post Governor Zulum Commends Troops, Donates N100m To Support War Victims In Borno appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Gov Zulum Donates N100m To Wounded Soldiers, Families Of Slain Troops

Borno State governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has donated N100 million to support the families of slain soldiers and those wounded in the ongoing fight against insurgency in the North-East region. The donation was made on Saturday at an Eid-el-Kabir Sallah luncheon hosted jointly by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, and the […]

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8 d. ago Insurgency: Army Chief Oluyede in Borno to celebrate Sallah with troops in frontline, salutes troops for bravery

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief Of Army Staff(COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has again visited troops fighting the counterterrorism war in Borno state to celebrate the Eid-el-Kabir, with them. Oluyede, accompanied by his Principal Staff Officers(PSOs), and other top commanders in the Nigerian army, arrived Maiduguri, the Borno State Capital, early Saturday morning, from […] The post Insurgency: Army Chief Oluyede in Borno to celebrate Sallah with troops in frontline, salutes troops for bravery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Insurgency: Army Chief Oluyede in Borno to celebrate Sallah with troops, salutes soldiers for bravery

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief Of Army Staff(COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has again visited troops fighting the counterterrorism war in Borno state to celebrate the Eid-el-Kabir, with them. Oluyede, accompanied by his Principal Staff Officers(PSOs), and other top commanders in the Nigerian army, arrived Maiduguri, the Borno State Capital, early Saturday morning, from […] The post Insurgency: Army Chief Oluyede in Borno to celebrate Sallah with troops, salutes soldiers for bravery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Operation Fansan Yamma records major gains as COAS reassures troops during Eid

Operation Fansan Yamma records major gains as COAS reassures troops during eid-el-Adha celebration By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Nigerian Army has announced significant gains in its campaign against banditry in the North-West, particularly under the banner of Operation Fansan Yamma, as the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede  reaffirmed the military’s commitment […] The post Operation Fansan Yamma records major gains as COAS reassures troops during Eid-el-Adha celebration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago COAS hails Army veterans, reaffirms support for welfare, national unity

Tribune Online COAS hails Army veterans, reaffirms support for welfare, national unity In a show of enduring respect and gratitude, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has lauded Nigerian Army veterans for their dedicated service and lifelong commitment to the unity and security of the nation. COAS hails Army veterans, reaffirms support for welfare, national unity Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Sallah: COAS Calls For Sustained Courage, Sacrifice In Defence Of Nation

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has hailed the Nigerian Army’s resilience in the face of security challenges, describing the troops as a beacon of courage and sacrifice whose efforts continue to inspire national pride and unity. The COAS in an Eid-el-Kabir message to commemorate the 2025 festival, expressed heartfelt felicitations […]

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9 d. ago COAS backs early voting bill for military, security personnel

Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen Olufemi Oluyede, has declared his support for the early voting bill introduced by the Senate for military and security personnel deployed during elections. Oluyede expressed the support of the army for the bill at a meeting with the Chairman, Senate Committee on Army, Abdulaziz Yar’Adua (APC-Katsina) in Abuja yesterday. […] The post COAS backs early voting bill for military, security personnel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Chief of Army Staff relocates to Benue after SAN alleges genocide, bias

A petition by Sabastine Hon, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and a professor of law, has prompted Olufemi Oluyede, read more Chief of Army Staff relocates to Benue after SAN alleges genocide, bias

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1 week ago I see improved security in next 2 years under Tinubu – Former COAS, Buratai

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Former Chief of Army Staff, retired Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, has expressed optimism that the security situation in the country will improve in the next two years of President Bola Tinubu administration. Buratai stated this in an interview with newsmen on the sidelines of the 2025 VON Forum on Tuesday in […] The post I see improved security in next 2 years under Tinubu – Former COAS, Buratai appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Benue killings: Army chief moves in, deploys more troops, logistics

Tribune Online Benue killings: Army chief moves in, deploys more troops, logistics •Police relocate Area Commanders, tactical teams to Apa, Gwer LGs The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant-General Olufemi Oluyede, on Tuesday, moved to Benue State in a strategic move to address the incessant killing of innocent villagers by suspected herders and militia groups in the state. A source at the Army Headquarters told the News […] Benue killings: Army chief moves in, deploys more troops, logistics Tribune Online

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1 week ago Benue killings: Army chief meets Gov Alia, appeals for support

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief Of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has appealed to the government and people of Benue State to support the military with credible and timely information to end the attack on  innocent citizens of the state by suspected herders and other militia groups. Oluyede  made the appeal when […] The post Benue killings: Army chief meets Gov Alia, appeals for support appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Benue killings: Army chief meets Alia, appeals for support, cooperation with military to end menace

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has appealed to the government and people of Benue State to support the military with credible and timely information to end the attack on innocent citizens of the state by herders and other militia groups. Oluyede made the appeal when […] The post Benue killings: Army chief meets Alia, appeals for support, cooperation with military to end menace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Herdsmen crisis: Army Chief Oluyede relocates to Benue over incessant killings, attacks

deploys more troops, logistics, others to end massacre  From Molly Kilete, Abuja  The Chief Of Army Staff(COAS), Lieutenant General Oluyede, has relocated to Makurdi, the Benue State Capital, over the incessant killings of innocent villagers by herders and militia group. The killing which is becoming almost a daily occurrence has left many dead, several others […] The post Herdsmen crisis: Army Chief Oluyede relocates to Benue over incessant killings, attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago BREAKING: Herdsmen crisis: Army Chief Oluyede relocates to Benue over incessant killings, attacks

deploys more troops, logistics, others to end massacre  From Molly Kilete, Abuja  The Chief Of Army Staff(COAS), Lieutenant General Oluyede, has relocated to Makurdi, the Benue State Capital, over the incessant killings of innocent villagers by herders and militia group. The killing which is becoming almost a daily occurrence has left many dead, several others […] The post BREAKING: Herdsmen crisis: Army Chief Oluyede relocates to Benue over incessant killings, attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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