4 d. ago “Don’t Be Scared When You See Our Officers In Uniform, We’re Meant To Protect You” – Military Tells Nigerians

Nigeria Army has insisted that its priority will continue to focus on protection of lives and properties of all Nigerians. Speaking during a program via Channels Television on Friday, Chief of Defence Civil-Military Relations at the Defence Headquarters, Rear Admiral Olusanya Bankole, noted that people should not be scared of military men in uniforms. He […] The post “Don’t Be Scared When You See Our Officers In Uniform, We’re Meant To Protect You” – Military Tells Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Chief of Staff: Appointment of serving military officer heightens fears of militarization Rivers State government

…It’s a huge error that may spell doom ahead – former commissioner in Wike govt The appointment of a serving read more Chief of Staff: Appointment of serving military officer heightens fears of militarization Rivers State government

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5 d. ago Mimiko kicks against premature retirement of military officers

Calls for review By Molly Kilete, Abuja Former governor of Ondo State Dr Olusegun Mimiko has kicked against what he described as the premature retirement of military officers from service in their prime when they still have much to offer the nation. Mimiko said retiring officers who are still in their fifties, because one of […] The post Mimiko kicks against premature retirement of military officers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Trump Administration Under Scrutiny After New Messages Reveal Officials’ Chat On Yemen Strikes

The Atlantic magazine has published messages from a Signal group chat involving top United States military and intelligence officials regarding strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen. The new revelations came amid mounting criticism from Trump administration officials, who previously downplayed the significance of the initial report. The messages, made public on Wednesday morning, showed that […]

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8 d. ago Police, military, rescue abducted Naval officers, others, arrest 4 kidnapers

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory(FCT), Police Command in collaboration with the military has successfully rescued the kidnapped naval officer, along with two civilians, who were abducted by criminals in Mpape, Abuja, on March 21. The police also announced the arrest of four suspects and recovered the sum of N3.2 million, suspected to […] The post Police, military, rescue abducted Naval officers, others, arrest 4 kidnapers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Police, military rescue abducted female naval officer, two others

Tribune Online Police, military rescue abducted female naval officer, two others The naval officer, who is attached to the Directorate of Media Operations (DMO), Defence Headquarters (DHQ), was kidnapped alongside two others from their residence in the Mpape area of the Federal Capital Territory on Friday night. Police, military rescue abducted female naval officer, two others Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Police, military rescue kidnapped DHQ officer, arrest four suspects in Abuja

A joint security operation involving the Federal Capital Territory Police Command and the military has rescued a kidnapped naval officer, Lt. Cynthia Akor, attached to the Defence Headquarters and two civilians abducted from Mpape, Abuja. The victims were taken on March 21, 2025, when armed men attacked the Maman Vatsa Estate gate, blocked Mpape Road, Read More

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1 week ago DisCo office attacks: Nigerian military affirms commitment to rule of law

Tribune Online DisCo office attacks: Nigerian military affirms commitment to rule of law The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has reiterated that the Nigerian Armed Forces remain fully committed to upholding the rule of law and respecting the rights of citizens, following criticism over recent attacks on electricity distribution company (DisCo) offices by military personnel. In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, Director of […] DisCo office attacks: Nigerian military affirms commitment to rule of law Tribune Online

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1 week ago Troops neutralise terrorists, rescues hostages, crushes oil theft rings — DHQ

Tribune Online Troops neutralise terrorists, rescues hostages, crushes oil theft rings — DHQ "the Nigerian military in conjunction with hybrid forces, Office of the National Security Adviser, ONSA team and security agencies continued their offensive against terrorists Troops neutralise terrorists, rescues hostages, crushes oil theft rings — DHQ Tribune Online

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1 week ago PHOTOS: Seven notorious Boko Haram terrorists surrender in Borno 

Seven notorious Boko Haram terrorists have surrendered to troops of the Multinational Joint Taskforce in Borno State. A statement on Wednesday by the Chief Military Information Officer of the MNJTF, Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba said the effort was facilitated by Multinational Joint Task Force, operating under Sector 3 Mongunu. According to the statement, the terrorists Read More

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1 week ago Hamas will be ‘hammered’ until hostages are released — Israeli official

Tribune Online Hamas will be ‘hammered’ until hostages are released — Israeli official Israel has renewed its military campaign against Hamas in the Gaza Strip, with an official stating that the group “got hammered last night and they’re going to continue to be hammered until we get the hostages out.” This statement comes as Israeli forces intensify airstrikes following the collapse of a ceasefire that had been in […] Hamas will be ‘hammered’ until hostages are released — Israeli official Tribune Online

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1 week ago NSC Chairman Dikko Inducted As Honorary Member Of Int’l Military Sports Council

Mallam Shehu Dikko, chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), has been officially inducted as an Honorary Member of the International Military Sports Council. The ceremony took place yesterday at the NSC Secretariat, where Maj. Gen. Maikano Abdulahi, President of the Organisation of Military Sports in Africa and Vice-President of the International Military Sports Council, […]

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2 w. ago VIDEO: CCTV footage shows military officers forcibly entering Ikeja Electric office

A newly surfaced CCTV video has captured the moment military officers stormed the Ikeja Electric office, forcefully entering the premises and assaulting staff members. The footage, which went viral on X on Monday, shows armed officers kicking down doors and barging into offices. Shared by Arise TV journalist Oseni Rufai, the video show the officers, Read More

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2 w. ago Fuel crisis: Niger begs Nigeria for petrol despite tense relations

Niger Republic has turned to Nigeria for help after being hit by fuel shortage. The West African country reached out to Nigeria despite months of diplomatic tensions and hostile rhetoric. Sunday PUNCH learnt that a delegation of senior officials of the military junta travelled down to Abuja to meet Federal Government representatives. At the end Read More

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2 w. ago Retired military officers disciplined enough to make good politicians – Ganduje

Declares takeover of Osun, Oyo as APC’s blueprint From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has stated that retired military officers are disciplined enough to make good politicians in the country. Ganduje spoke when he officially received Col. Gbenga Adegbola (rtd) into the party at a […] The post Retired military officers disciplined enough to make good politicians – Ganduje appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago NAF intensifies efforts to strengthen human rights awareness

Tribune Online NAF intensifies efforts to strengthen human rights awareness The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has once again demonstrated its commitment to upholding human rights and fostering civil-military harmony by organising a sensitisation workshop in Abuja for recently appointed Civil-Military Relations (CMR), Human Rights, and Gender Desk Officers. This was contained in a statement made available to Defence Correspondents in Abuja on Tuesday by the […] NAF intensifies efforts to strengthen human rights awareness Tribune Online

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3 w. ago IBB’s Memoir distorts history – Abacha family reacts to June 12 allegation

Tribune Online IBB’s Memoir distorts history – Abacha family reacts to June 12 allegation "It is important to state unequivocally that General Sani Abacha was neither the Head of State nor the Commander-in-Chief at the time the June 12 election was annulled. The decision to annul the election was made under the administration of General Ibrahim Babangida, who, as the then Head of State, held absolute executive powers and was solely responsible for the actions of his government. Any attempt to shift this blame onto General Sani Abacha, who was a very senior military officer within the regime, is a deliberate distortion of historical facts. IBB’s Memoir distorts history – Abacha family reacts to June 12 allegation Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Electricity distributors demand justice for brutalised IKEDC workers, journalists

The Association of Nigerian Electricity Distributors has asked the Nigerian Air Force, the military, and the presidency to fish out officers and men of the Sam Ethnan Air Force Base, Ikeja, who attacked staff and journalists at Ikeja Electric on Thursday. The association said it would not relent until justice is served to everyone brutalised Read More

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3 w. ago JUST IN: Military men invade Ikeja Electric head office, assault workers

The headquarters of Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company has been invaded by military men. Our correspondent learned that the armed men in military uniform invaded the company opposite MITV in Ikeja, Lagos, at about 7:40 am on Thursday. As of the time of filing this report, staff and other persons found in the office are being Read More

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3 w. ago Military men invade Ikeja Electric head office, assault workers

The headquarters of Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company has been invaded by military men. Our correspondent learned that the armed men in military uniform invaded the company opposite MITV in Ikeja, Lagos, at about 7:40 am on Thursday. As of the time of filing this report, staff and other persons found in the office are being Read More

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