14 m. ago How Benin sought Nigeria’s military help to foil coup – Minister

Benin’s Foreign Minister explains how Nigeria and ECOWAS’s swift military intervention was crucial in foiling a coup attempt against President Patrice Talo Read More: https://punchng.com/how-benin-sought-nigerias-military-help-to-foil-coup-minister/

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45 h. ago UPDATED: Senate approves Tinubu’s request to deploy troops in Benin

•Community in a state of emergency, ECOWAS warns as coups, insecurity deepen regional crisis •ECOWAS applauds Nigeria for foiling Benin coup attempt •Sahel bloc condemns Nigerian military over flight •Burkina Faso did not ground NAF C-130, NAF clarifies THE Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to deploy Nigerian troops and air power in the […]

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53 h. ago Soyinka Faults Tinubu Over Nigeria’s Military Role In Benin Republic Crisis

Nobel laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has faulted President Bola Tinubu’s handling of Nigeria’s military involvement in the recently thwarted coup attempt in the Republic of Benin. Speaking in Lagos on Monday at the 20th Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) Awards, Soyinka warned that the intervention carried serious consequences for West Africa’s stability and […]

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60 h. ago Coup Now ‘Almost Impossible’ In Nigeria Due To Military Reorientation – Enenche

  A former Director of Defence Information, Major-General John Enenche (rtd), has said that it is “almost impossible” for a military coup to take place in Nigeria now, citing decades of democratic reorientation within the Armed Forces and lessons from the country’s past experience with military rule. Speaking on Channels Television’s current affairs programme, ‘Sunday […]

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65 h. ago Burkina Faso Arrests 11 Nigerian Soldiers, Impounds Military Aircraft For Violating Country’s Airspace

The Government of Burkina Faso said a Nigerian Air Force aircraft carrying 11 soldiers was forced to land in the country on Monday after reportedly violating its airspace. The development was reported by the Agence d’Information du Burkina, the state-run news agency, which published a statement from the Confederation of Sahel States. The statement, translated […] The post Burkina Faso Arrests 11 Nigerian Soldiers, Impounds Military Aircraft For Violating Country’s Airspace appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Military action in Benin Republic shows Tinubu’s commitment to democracy – Onanuga

Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga explains how Nigeria’s military action in Benin and student rescues highlight President Tinubu’s democracy commitment. Read More: https://punchng.com/military-action-in-benin-republic-showe-tinubus-commitment-to-democracy-onanuga/

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3 d. ago ECOWAS Sends Troops From Nigeria, Ghana, Others In Benin Republic

The Economic Community of West African States has ordered the deployment of military troops from Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone and Ivory Coast to Benin Republic. ECOWAS said the measure is aimed at restoring stability in the neighbouring West African country following a failed coup attempt by a group of soldiers on Sunday. “Persuant to the […] The post ECOWAS Sends Troops From Nigeria, Ghana, Others In Benin Republic appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Nigeria deployed jets, troops after Benin made ‘two urgent requests’, says presidency

The presidency says the Republic of Benin made two separate, urgent requests for Nigerian military intervention during last week’s attempted read more Nigeria deployed jets, troops after Benin made ‘two urgent requests’, says presidency

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6 d. ago VIDEO: Banditry, Terrorism ‘Simple’ For Nigeria’s Military To Deal With — Nwanyanwu

The ZLP chieftain referenced Nigeria's military success in peacekeeping missions across Africa as a pointer that it can address insecurity. The post VIDEO: Banditry, Terrorism ‘Simple’ For Nigeria’s Military To Deal With — Nwanyanwu appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago Nigeria must protect democracy as Sahel faces coups – Ribadu

NSA Nuhu Ribadu warns Nigeria must protect its democracy, as it remains the only stable one in the Sahel region amid widespread military coups and instabil Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-must-protect-democracy-as-sahel-faces-coups-ribadu/

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8 d. ago VIDEO: ‘I Strongly Support,’ Senator Marafa Backs Trump’s Military Threat To Nigeria

According to him, Trump's comments put pressure on the Nigerian government to address insecurity in Nigeria.  The post VIDEO: ‘I Strongly Support,’ Senator Marafa Backs Trump’s Military Threat To Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 d. ago ICYMI: Things to know about defence minister Christopher Musa

Learn key facts about General Christopher Musa, Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence. Discover his military career, previous appointments, and background. Read More: https://punchng.com/things-to-know-about-defence-minister-christopher-musa/

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8 d. ago Matawalle Drives ‘Sweeping Reforms’ Across Nigeria’s Defence System — Aide

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has intensified Nigeria’s military modernisation drive through a series of strategic reforms and international engagements. In a statement on Wednesday, the Minister’s media aide, Ahmad Dan-Wudil, said the minister’s initiatives have strengthened the country’s defence posture and advanced collaborations with global security partners. He said Matawalle represented […]

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9 d. ago Insecurity: US Lawmakers Accuse Nigerian Govt Of Failing To Stop Killings

The lawmakers spoke weeks after Trump threatened military action in Nigeria over what he called the mass slaughter of Christians, a claim the Federal Government has denied. The post Insecurity: US Lawmakers Accuse Nigerian Govt Of Failing To Stop Killings appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago Gen Z In Nigeria Supporting Coups Don’t Understand Consequences Of Military Dictatorship — Security Expert

Gen Z protesters in Madagascar, Nepal, and Kenya have shaped political change in recent years, but Kabiru Adamu warns that such agitation can create openings for anti-democratic actors. The post Gen Z In Nigeria Supporting Coups Don’t Understand Consequences Of Military Dictatorship — Security Expert appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago BREAKING: Tinubu Declares Security Emergency, Orders Massive Police, Army Recruitments

President Bola Tinubu has declared a nationwide security emergency, unveiling sweeping measures that include the largest police and military recruitment drive in recent years. The move comes as Nigeria grapples with a resurgence of violent attacks across several states. In a national statement released on Wednesday night, the President said the scale and intensity of […]

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2 w. ago Soyinka Faults Trump’s Threat Of Military Invasion Of Nigeria

Trump declared Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” on October 31, claiming that Christians face an existential threat and urging U.S. lawmakers to investigate and take action. The post Soyinka Faults Trump’s Threat Of Military Invasion Of Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Kebbi: Governor Idris Questions Military Withdrawal Before Schoolgirls’ Abduction

Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has demanded explanations from military authorities over the withdrawal of troops from Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, shortly before dozens of schoolgirls were abducted in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area. Idris spoke on Thursday while receiving the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, who led a solidarity visit […] The post Kebbi: Governor Idris Questions Military Withdrawal Before Schoolgirls’ Abduction appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Kebbi: Governor Idris Questions Military For Withdrawing Minutes Before Schoolgirls’ Abduction

Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has demanded explanations from military authorities over the withdrawal of troops from Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, shortly before dozens of schoolgirls were abducted in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area. Idris spoke on Thursday while receiving the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, who led a solidarity visit […] The post Kebbi: Governor Idris Questions Military For Withdrawing Minutes Before Schoolgirls’ Abduction appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria holds talks with US Defence Secretary after Trump threatens military action

Nigeria is in talks with Washington following remarks by US President Donald Trump, who threatened to deploy American troops to read more Nigeria holds talks with US Defence Secretary after Trump threatens military action

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