38 h. ago NAF Decimates Terrorist Strongholds In Borno, Over 30 Killed

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has neutralized more than 30 terrorists in a joint operation with ground troops in Borno State. The operation targeted insurgents at Dar-El-Jamal village in Bama Local Government Area following reports of heavy clashes between terrorists and security forces. Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information for the […] The post NAF Decimates Terrorist Strongholds In Borno, Over 30 Killed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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51 h. ago NAF jet bombards terrorists’ enclaves in Borno, kills 15 terrorists

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) said its Air Component under the Joint Task Force North-East of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) has bombarded a terrorist stronghold west of Zuwa in the Sambisa general area of Borno State, killing fifteen terrorists. The bombardment, according to NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air […] The post NAF jet bombards terrorists’ enclaves in Borno, kills 15 terrorists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago NAF jet bombards terrorists’ hideout in Sambisa forest, kills 15

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) announced on Thursday that its Air Component under the Joint Task Force North-East of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) bombarded a terrorists’ hideout in Sambisa Forest, Borno State, killing 15 terrorists. NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, in a statement, said that […] The post NAF jet bombards terrorists’ hideout in Sambisa forest, kills 15 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Insecurity: CDS rebrands operation safe haven to operation enduring peace for lasting stability

Christopher Musa, a General and the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), at the weekend announced the rebranding of Operation Safe read more Insecurity: CDS rebrands operation safe haven to operation enduring peace for lasting stability

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6 d. ago Nigerian Armed Forces Don’t Support Payment Of Money To Criminal Groups — Defence HQ

The Chief of Defence Operations, Major General Emeka Onumajuru, said that communities must feel a sense of belonging and responsibility to help strengthen Nigeria's borders. The post Nigerian Armed Forces Don’t Support Payment Of Money To Criminal Groups — Defence HQ appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago Nigeria’s Defence Chief Commends Finnish Court’s Verdict On Simon Ekpa

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa has commended the judgment delivered by the Päijät-Häme District Court in Finland, sentencing Simon Ekpa to six years in prison for terrorism-related offences. General Musa, in a statement by the Director Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, described the ruling as a landmark victory in the global […]

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7 d. ago Air Force Chief In China, Reaffirms Commitment To Global Defence Partnership

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s (NAF) commitment to global defence partnerships during a weeklong working visit to the People’s Republic of China from 24 to 30 August 2025. During the visit, the CAS inspected key aerospace facilities and engaged with manufacturers. A statement […]

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7 d. ago NAF chief visits China, promises defence partnerships, inspects key aerospace facilities

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force’s (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to global defence partnerships. Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, made this known during  visit to the People’s Republic of China. The  delegation, led by the CAS, engaged with top aviation and defence companies across several Chinese cities, […] The post NAF chief visits China, promises defence partnerships, inspects key aerospace facilities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago NAF Chief visits China, pledges defence partnership, inspects aerospace facilities

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to global defence partnerships. Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, made this known during a week-long working visit to the People’s Republic of China from August 24 to 30, 2025. The high-powered delegation, led by the CAS, engaged […] The post NAF Chief visits China, pledges defence partnership, inspects aerospace facilities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Terrorism: Imperative Of West Africa’s Standby Force Amid Funding Challenges

The increasing threats of terrorism and violent extremism in West Africa have necessitated a multi-faceted approach by regional leaders and experts on the most viable way to fund the efforts to tackle the scourges which have continued to destroy lives and property, hindering trade and investments. President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr. Omar Touray, was […]

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8 d. ago CDS Visits Plateau, Says Cycle Of Destruction, Displacement Must End

Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has urged troops in peace operations in Plateau State to redouble their efforts towards the ultimate goal of winning peace, and not just war. Speaking while addressing the troops in Jos on Friday, General Musa said, “It is time to restore enduring peace. The cycle of destruction […]

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8 d. ago Nigeria can end insecurity in six months – Rtd Gen. Ishola Williams

Retired General Ishola Williams, a former Chief of Defence Training and Planning, has expressed optimism that Nigeria can overcome its read more Nigeria can end insecurity in six months – Rtd Gen. Ishola Williams

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9 d. ago Defence Chief rebrands Plateau internal security outfit for better 

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos  The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has announced the rebranding of the Plateau State Internal Security Outfit Operation Safe Haven OPSH to Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace (JTF OPEP).  The security outfit is charged with maintaining peace in the North Central region of Nigeria. The CDS, who made […] The post Defence Chief rebrands Plateau internal security outfit for better  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Insecurity: African defence chiefs to join forces against terrorism, cyber threats

Tribune Online Insecurity: African defence chiefs to join forces against terrorism, cyber threats We explored key areas, including defence collaboration, intelligence sharing, joint training, investing in indigenous technologies, and youth engagement.... Insecurity: African defence chiefs to join forces against terrorism, cyber threats Tribune Online

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1 week ago African Defence Chiefs Forge United Front Against Terrorism, Cyber Threats

African Chiefs of Defence Staff have agreed to forge a united front against terrorism, violent extremism, cyber and maritime security threats across the continent. The Defence Chiefs made the pledge at the closing ceremony of the maiden African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit 2025 with the theme “Combating contemporary threats to regional peace and security […]

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1 week ago We Must Invest In Cyber Defence, Artificial Intelligence, Indigenous Military Technology – CDS

Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa has called on African heads of state and military leaders to invest more in cyber defence, artificial intelligence and indigenous military technology to counter threats. He spoke at the African Chiefs of Defence Staff summit 2025 with the theme “Combating Contemporary Threats To Regional Peace And Security In […]

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2 w. ago Invest in AI to defeat terrorism – CDS Musa to African colleagues

Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has advocated the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the fight against terrorism on the African continent. Musa, while speaking at the opening of the Africa Chief of Defence Staff Conference held in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, on Monday, advised his African colleagues to invest in […] The post Invest in AI to defeat terrorism – CDS Musa to African colleagues appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago 1,000 Insurgents’ Groups Operating In Africa — Prof. Gambari

Nigeria’s former Minister of External Affairs and former permanent representative to the United Nations (UN), Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, said there were over 1,000 insurgent groups operating within the African continent. He stated this in a goodwill message at the African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit 2025 with the theme “combating contemporary threats to regional peace […]

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2 w. ago Army To Establish Battalion In Malumfashi As Lawmakers Push For Stronger Security

The Nigerian Army has announced plans to establish a new battalion in Malumfashi local government area of Katsina State as part of efforts to curb rising banditry in the region. The decision followed an engagement between Katsina lawmakers at the National Assembly and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, as well as the […]

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2 w. ago US Fires Intelligence Agency Chief After Iran Attack Assessment

US defence secretary Pete Hegseth has fired the Pentagon’s intelligence agency chief, just weeks after a White House rebuke of a review assessing the impact of American strikes on Iran. Lt Gen Jeffery Kruse will no longer serve as head of US Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA), the Pentagon said in a statement. Two other senior […]

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