98 m. ago Nigerian Army inducts 6,195 new soldiers to combat insurgency, security challenges

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Army has inducted 6,195 newly recruited soldiers to bolster its efforts against insecurity, following the Passing Out Parade (PoP) for the 88 Regular Recruit Intake (RRI) at Depot Nigerian Army, Zaria, Kaduna State, on Saturday, June 14, 2025.  The recruits, who began their six-month intensive training on January 13, […] The post Nigerian Army inducts 6,195 new soldiers to combat insurgency, security challenges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 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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6 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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6 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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7 d. ago PICTORIAL: NAF Airstrikes Destroy Terrorists’ Hideouts, Foil Eid Attack In Borno

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has said that its airstrikes destroyed terrorists’ hideouts and foiled a planned attack on Eid celebrations in Borno State. A statement by the NAF Spokesman, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, said the airstrikes were conducted between June 5 and 6, 2025. The statement said NAF, under Operation HADIN KAI, decimated key […]

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7 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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7 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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7 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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8 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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8 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 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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2 w. ago Troops foil ISWAP attack in New Marte, kill scores, recover explosives

Tribune Online Troops foil ISWAP attack in New Marte, kill scores, recover explosives Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) foiled a major attack by ISWAP terrorists on their location in New Marte, Borno State, neutralising scores of insurgents and recovering arms, vehicles and explosives, the Nigerian Army said on Tuesday. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the foiled attack occurred in the early hours of May […] Troops foil ISWAP attack in New Marte, kill scores, recover explosives Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Soldiers foil terrorists attack on 2 Borno villages, kill scores of terrorists, recover VBIED, others

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The Nigerian Army said troops fighting the counter insurgency war the north east have another attack in New Marte, in Borno state, and killed scores of terrorists. The failed attack took place in the early hours of May 27, 2025, when insurgents attempted to infiltrate the troops’ location in the […] The post Soldiers foil terrorists attack on 2 Borno villages, kill scores of terrorists, recover VBIED, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Boko Haram: COAS says Army committed to use of locally made combat equipment

Tribune Online Boko Haram: COAS says Army committed to use of locally made combat equipment The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has reaffirmed the Army’s commitment to using locally made combat equipment in military operations against Boko Haram insurgents in the North-East, describing the move as a homegrown solution to national security challenges. Boko Haram: COAS says Army committed to use of locally made combat equipment Tribune Online

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