3 h. ago At National Remembrance, Brigadier Ademulegun’s Family Make A Plea

The family of Late Brigadier Samuel Adesujo Ademulegun is making a straight-forward plea to the Nigerian government. Brigadier Ademulegun was in the early batch of Nigerian soldiers. Born in 1924 in Owo, Ondo State, he holds the registration number N3 in the Nigerian Army, coming on the heels of Brigadier Wellington Bassey (N1) and General […]

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6 h. ago Ebonyi Army training depot to deepen peace, unlock economic opportunities

The Nigerian Army has assured that the newly established military training depot in Ebonyi State will significantly enhance security and read more Ebonyi Army training depot to deepen peace, unlock economic opportunities

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23 h. ago FG confers national honours on fallen hero Uba, other soldiers

The Federal Government has conferred national honours on serving personnel and veterans of the Nigerian Army, including a brigadier general killed by terrorists in Borno State, in recognition of gallantry, sacrifice, leadership and service to the nation. The awards were presented at the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day Gala Night held at the Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-confers-national-honours-on-fallen-hero-uba-other-soldiers/

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23 h. ago PICTORIAL: Federal Government Honours COAS, Others At AFCRD 2026 Awards Ceremony

The Federal Government has conferred honours on the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, serving personnel and veterans of the Nigerian Army in recognition of their gallantry, sacrifice, innovation, exemplary leadership and post-service contributions to national development. A statement by the Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, said the awards were presented […]

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3 d. ago Army rescues 18 passengers from sea pirates on Cameroon waterways

Nigerian Army troops successfully rescue 18 passengers, including two infants, from sea pirates on the volatile Nigeria-Cameroon waterways. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-rescues-18-passengers-from-sea-pirates-on-cameroon-waterways/

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3 d. ago Remembrance Day: Army chief reassures troops on welfare, salutes families of fallen heroes

On Armed Forces Remembrance Day, the Nigerian Army reaffirms its commitment to troop welfare and strengthening support for families of fallen heroes. Read More: https://punchng.com/remembrance-day-army-chief-reassures-troops-on-welfare-salutes-families-of-fallen-heroes/

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7 d. ago Army probes death of minor shot by soldier, warns against speculation

The Nigerian Army is investigating the death of a minor shot by a soldier in Akwa Ibom and has warned against speculation that could affect the probe. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-probes-death-of-minor-shot-by-soldier-warns-against-speculation/

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7 d. ago Troops Foils Armed Robbery Attack Along Abuja–Kaduna Highway

Troops of 1 Division Nigerian Army/Sector 1 Operation FANSAN YAMMA have successfully foiled an armed robbery attack along the Abuja–Kaduna Expressway, thereby preventing harm to commuters. The incident occurred on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, when troops on routine patrol received a distress call regarding an ongoing armed robbery attack at Nasarawan Doka. A statement signed […]

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7 d. ago How To Apply: Army Begins Direct Short Service 29/2026 Recruitment January 7

The Nigerian Army (NA) has announced the commencement of applications for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026, with the process beginning on Wednesday, January 7, and closing February 4, 2026. In a statement signed by the Military Secretary (Army), Department of Military Secretary, Mambilla Barracks, Asokoro, Abuja, the NA said the DSSC was […]

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8 d. ago Banditry: Police Free Six Vigilantes Arrested By Army In Kwara

The Kwara State Police Command has confirmed the receipt and subsequent release of six vigilante members who were earlier arrested by personnel of the Nigerian Army in Edo State. The command, in a statement on Tuesday by its Police Public Relations Officer, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, said the vigilantes, who were arrested along the Auchi–Ikpeshi Road […] The post Banditry: Police Free Six Vigilantes Arrested By Army In Kwara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Soldiers foil armed robbery on Abuja–Kaduna Highway, arrest suspect

Nigerian Army troops foiled an armed robbery on the Abuja-Kaduna Highway after a distress call, arresting one suspect and securing the area for travelers. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-foil-armed-robbery-on-abuja-kaduna-highway-arrest-suspect/

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8 d. ago Army Consolidating Resources, Leveraging Technology To Address Insecurity – Army Chief

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, says the Nigerian Army is consolidating resources and leveraging technology to address insecurity across the country. The COAS stated this yesterday during courtesy visits to former heads of state, General Ibrahim Babangida and General Abdulsalami Abubakar, as well as Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger […]

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8 d. ago Nigerian Army opens applications for Direct Short Service Commission Course 29/2026

The Nigerian Army has announced the commencement of applications for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026, calling on read more Nigerian Army opens applications for Direct Short Service Commission Course 29/2026

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8 d. ago COAS prioritises training, combat readiness in fight against insurgency

…as Nigerian Army opens 2026 training cycle Waidi Shaibu, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has underscored the importance of realistic read more COAS prioritises training, combat readiness in fight against insurgency

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8 d. ago Army hands over six vigilantes arrested in Edo to police in Kwara

The Nigerian Army handed over six vigilantes arrested in Edo State to the Kwara police, who later released them after confirming their legitimacy. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-hands-over-six-vigilantes-arrested-in-edo-to-police-in-kwara/

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9 d. ago Military Confirms Rescue Of Kidnapped Army Officer In Plateau

Troops of the 3 Division of the Nigerian Army and Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have confirmed the rescued of a retired senior military officer, Colonel Ajanaku, from kidnappers around the Rafiki axis located in Bassa local government area of Plateau State. The Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 3rd Division, Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu […]

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9 d. ago Nigerian Army opens applications for direct short service commission course

The Nigerian Army opens applications for its Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026. Find out how to apply online for free. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-army-opens-applications-for-direct-short-service-commission-course/

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1 week ago NAF Invites Shortlisted Candidates For DSSC 34 Enlistment Interview

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the release of the list of shortlisted candidates for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) 34/2025 and has invited successful applicants to attend the DSSC 34 Enlistment Interview, scheduled to take place in Kaduna from January 12. The announcement was contained in a public statement issued by the […]

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1 week ago NAF shortlists candidates for DSSC 34/2025, sets interview for January 12

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has released the list of shortlisted candidates for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) 34/2025, read more NAF shortlists candidates for DSSC 34/2025, sets interview for January 12

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1 week ago Soldiers kill five terrorists, rescue three hostages in Borno

Nigerian Army troops neutralized five terrorists and rescued three kidnapped civilians in a coordinated offensive in Konduga LGA, Borno State. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-kill-five-terrorists-rescue-three-hostages-in-borno/

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