4 h. ago You Have My Full Authorisation To Crush Threats, Tinubu Tells Soldiers

President Bola Tinubu has acknowledged the security challenges threatening the nation’s peace and unity, including terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and separatist agitations, noting that they were not mere security threats but existential ones. Consequently, the President has charged the Nigerian troops to rise to the occasion, assuring them of his absolute authorisation and the trust of […]

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26 h. ago Troops foil terrorist attack, recover dozens of IEDs, weapons in North

Troops under Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have intercepted a large cache of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and neutralised several Boko read more Troops foil terrorist attack, recover dozens of IEDs, weapons in North-East offensive.

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29 h. ago Troops foil ₦3.5bn oil theft, recover 2.38 million litres of stolen crude oil.

Nigerian troops have foiled oil theft operations valued at over ₦3.5 billion in the Niger Delta, recovering a staggering 2.38 read more Troops foil ₦3.5bn oil theft, recover 2.38 million litres of stolen crude oil.

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30 h. ago Federal Gov’t Surmounting Inherited Security challenges — NSA

National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has stated that  President Bola Tinubu-led administration remained firm in surmounting inherited security challenges threatening the nation’s unity and future. He emphasised a shift in the national security architecture where veterans remain vital components. Ribadu stated this at the 50th anniversary of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) 18 […]

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50 h. ago Court jails eight Chinese for cyberterrorism, internet fraud in Lagos

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday, July 4, 2025, sentenced eight Chinese for cyber-terrorism and internet fraud.  They were arraigned in court by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The suspects are: Pan Cai Qi, Zeng […] The post Court jails eight Chinese for cyberterrorism, internet fraud in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Court Convicts Eight Chinese Nationals For Cyberterrorism, Internet Fraud In Lagos

A Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has convicted and sentenced eight Chinese nationals over their involvement in cyberterrorism and internet fraud. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission revealed this in a statement shared on its official X handle on Friday. “The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on […] The post Court Convicts Eight Chinese Nationals For Cyberterrorism, Internet Fraud In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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55 h. ago China Welcomes Russia’s Recognition Of Afghanistan’s Taliban Rule

China, on Friday, welcomed Russia’s decision to become the first country to officially recognise the Taliban-led government in Afghanistan, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining friendly relations with the Afghan people. “As a traditional friendly neighbour of Afghanistan, the Chinese side has always believed that Afghanistan should not be excluded from the international community,” said Mao […]

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55 h. ago Court restrains Aliyu Bello from parading as Nasarawa APC Chair

By Abel Leonard, Lafia A Senior District Court sitting in Lafia, Nasarawa State, has granted an order restraining Hon. Aliyu Bello from parading himself or acting as the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. The court order, issued on July 3, 2025, by Hon. Abdullah M. Lanze, Senior District Judge, followed […] The post Court restrains Aliyu Bello from parading as Nasarawa APC Chair appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Troops kill terrorist kingpins, arrest over 1,191, rescue 543 hostages in three months

Tribune Online Troops kill terrorist kingpins, arrest over 1,191, rescue 543 hostages in three months "Our troops killed several terrorists’ kingpins and their foot soldiers, arrested over 1,191 of them and rescued 543 kidnapped victims. Troops kill terrorist kingpins, arrest over 1,191, rescue 543 hostages in three months Tribune Online

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58 h. ago PICTORIAL: OPSH Troops Neutralise 1 Bandit, Arrest Gunrunner, Recover Weapons In Plateau

Troops of 3 Division/Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) while conducting offensive operations on Wednesday, July 3 at the mountainous areas of Tulus and Hokk Communities in Bokkos LGA along the fringes of Plateau and Nasarawa States, have neutralised one bandit while others fled into the surrounding bushes. OPSH, in a statement issued by its Media Information […]

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61 h. ago Soldiers kill 1 bandit in Plateau, nab gunrunner, recover weapons, ammunition

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian army said troops of 3 Division/Operation SAFE HAVEN, have killed a suspected bandits and arrested one gunrunner while transporting some weapons to an unknown destination. The troops in its ongoing Op LAFIYAN JAMA’A in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, conducted offensive operations at the mountainous areas of […] The post Soldiers kill 1 bandit in Plateau, nab gunrunner, recover weapons, ammunition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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63 h. ago Troops Arrest 1,191 Terrorists, Rescue 543 Hostages In 3 Months – DHQ

Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Thursday said troops on internal operations arrested 1,191 terrorists, including kingpins, and rescued 543 hostages. The director of defence media operations, Major General Markus Kangye, briefing journalists on military operations in the second quarter of 2025, said 682 terrorists and their families surrendered. He said troops within the period from April […]

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68 h. ago Troaops killed scores of terrorists, nabbed 1,191, rescued 543 hostages In 3 months

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters(DHQ), said troops engaged in the counter terrorism war and other security on operations across the country, killed scores of terrorists and arrested 1,191 others, including their  kingpins The troops also rescued 543 hostages in the last three months. The troops also recovered several arms and ammunition,  discovered and […] The post Troaops killed scores of terrorists, nabbed 1,191, rescued 543 hostages In 3 months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Troops kill scores of terrorists, arrest 1,191 others, rescue 543 hostages in 3 months

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said troops engaged in the counter-terrorism war and other security operations across the country killed scores of terrorists, arrested 1,191 others, including kingpins, and rescued 543 hostages in the last three months. The troops also recovered several arms and ammunition, discovered and destroyed about 174 illegal refining […] The post Troops kill scores of terrorists, arrest 1,191 others, rescue 543 hostages in 3 months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Federal Gov’t To Honour 250 Nigerians At 65th Independence Anniversary 

The Federal Government has revealed plan to honour 250 outstanding Nigerians for their exceptional dedication, innovation and patriotism toward nation building as part of activities marking the 65th Independence anniversary. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony of the Compendium of 250 top performers in Nigeria to commemorate the anniversary, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, […]

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3 d. ago Over 11,000 govt projects abandoned between 1971–2011 — Tinubu’s aide

Tribune Online Over 11,000 govt projects abandoned between 1971–2011 — Tinubu’s aide Nigeria’s push for industrial development has been tragically undermined by decades of systemic failure, institutional decay, and the abandonment of over 11,000 government projects between 1971 and 2011, according to Professor Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, Senior Special Adviser to the President on Industrialisation at the African Development Bank (AfDB). Delivering a keynote address at the 55th Anniversary […] Over 11,000 govt projects abandoned between 1971–2011 — Tinubu’s aide Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Troops Arrest 1,191 Terrorists, Rescue 543 Hostages In 3 Months

The Defence Headquarters on Thursday said troops on internal operations arrested 1,191 terrorists, including kingpins, and rescued 543 hostages in three months. Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye briefing journalists on military operations in the second quarter of 2025, said 682 terrorists and their families surrendered surrendered during the period. He said troops […]

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3 d. ago Dbanj Pens Heartfelt Note To Wife On 9th Wedding Anniversary

Nigerian music star Dapo Oyebanjo, better known as Dbanj, on Wednesday, July 2, celebrated his 9th wedding anniversary with his wife, Lineo Didi Kilgrow. To mark the occasion, the singer shared photos of them at a recent event on Instagram and penned a heartfelt message reflecting on their journey together. “Happy Anniversary, My Queen. It’s […] The post Dbanj Pens Heartfelt Note To Wife On 9th Wedding Anniversary appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Etsu Nupe Calls For Adequate Equipment, Support For Military

The Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, has called for more training, sufficient equipment and public support for the Nigerian military to defeat the nation’s enemies. The Royal Father disclosed this while speaking with newsmen on Wednesday in Abuja during the 52nd Anniversary Celebration of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) Regular Course 14 Alumni Association. Abubakar, […]

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4 d. ago Saint Lucia is a paradise, I wish to return – Tinubu’s aide Onanuga

By John Ogunsemore Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga said he longs to return to Saint Lucia, describing the small Caribbean nation as a “paradise of sorts”. He said this in a Facebook post on Wednesday as he shared a breathtaking view from his hotel room. As presidential spokesman, Onanuga […] The post Saint Lucia is a paradise, I wish to return – Tinubu’s aide Onanuga appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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