7 h. 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 h. ago Fubara Returns To Rivers, Attends Armed Forces Celebration, Remembrance Day Church Service

Rivers State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, on Sunday morning, returned to Port Harcourt, the state capital, after spending about one week overseas. Upon his return, Fubara and his entourage were said to have moved straight to Saint Cyprian’s Anglican Church, Port Harcourt, venue of the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day Church Service. The […]

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10 h. ago Fubara returns from foreign trip, attends Armed Forces Remembrance Day service

Governor Fubara returns to Rivers State after a foreign trip, making his first public appearance at the Armed Forces Remembrance Day service amid new impea Read More: https://punchng.com/fubara-returns-from-foreign-trip-attends-armed-forces-remembrance-day-service/

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11 h. ago Fubara, Deputy Attend Armed Forces Remembrance Day Service In Port Harcourt

The service is being held in honour of fallen servicemen and women who paid the supreme price in defence of the nation’s sovereignty, The post Fubara, Deputy Attend Armed Forces Remembrance Day Service In Port Harcourt appeared first on Channels Television.

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15 h. ago Minister’s Wife Advocates Support For Families Of Fallen Heroes

The wife of the Minister of Defence, Mrs Oghogho Musa, has advocated greater support for the families of fallen heroes who paid the supreme price in defence of the nation. She spoke yesterday, at the Humanitarian Day, organised as part of the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day in Abuja. She said, “While our […]

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3 d. ago FG renames January 15 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced a change in the official designation of January 15, the day set aside annually read more FG renames January 15 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day

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3 d. ago January 15: It’s Now Armed Forces Celebration And Remembrance Day — DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has clarified that the annual January 15 event to honour military personnel has now been christened ‘Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day’, and no longer ‘Armed Forces Remembrance Day’. According to a statement signed by Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, on Thursday, the Federal Government of Nigeria officially […]

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4 d. ago Army chief promises soldiers of improved welfare, operational support

Nigeria’s Army Chief, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, assures troops of improved soldiers’ welfare, including new housing and operational support to boost morale. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-chief-promises-soldiers-of-improved-welfare-operational-support/

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4 d. ago Iran’s Army Chief Warns Of ‘Robust Response’ To Trump, Netanyahu’s Threats

Iran’s top military commander, General Amir Hatami, has warned that Tehran will not remain silent in the face of mounting threats from the United States and Israel, following their public support for anti-government protests sweeping across the country. Speaking on Wednesday, Hatami said the Islamic Republic viewed the recent escalation in “hostile rhetoric” as a […]

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4 d. ago Iran army chief threatens response to Trump, Netanyahu’s threats

Iran’s military chief issues a stern warning, threatening a robust response to escalating hostile rhetoric from Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu. Read More: https://punchng.com/iran-army-chief-threatens-response-to-trump-netanyahus-threats/

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4 d. ago Iran Army Chief Threatens Response To Trump And Netanyahu’s ‘Threats’

Iran’s military chief warned on Wednesday that Iran will not stand by and allow itself to be threatened by outside powers, after the United States … Continue reading Iran Army Chief Threatens Response To Trump And Netanyahu’s ‘Threats’ The post Iran Army Chief Threatens Response To Trump And Netanyahu’s ‘Threats’ appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 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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5 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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5 d. ago Army will curb terrorists’ attacks in Niger, nationwide — COAS

Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff vows to curb terrorist attacks in Niger State and nationwide, following a presidential directive to secure the country. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-will-curb-terrorists-attacks-in-niger-nationwide-coas/

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6 d. ago Army reshuffles top command as COAS approves posting of 2,215 officers

Waidi Shaibu, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has approved postings and appointments involving more than 2,300 officers across formations and read more Army reshuffles top command as COAS approves posting of 2,215 officers

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1 week ago Yuletide: COAS joins troops for luncheon, promises improved welfare

Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff assures troops of improved Nigerian Army welfare and enhanced security operations in 2026 during a yuletide luncheon. Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-coas-joins-troops-for-luncheon-promises-improved-welfare/

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1 week ago COAS Hosts Christmas Luncheon For Frontline Troops In Borno, Praises Soldiers’ Sacrifice

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has honoured frontline troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) with a special Christmas luncheon in Maiduguri, Borno State, commending their courage, resilience, and sacrifice in defending Nigeria’s sovereignty. This was made known in a press release signed by the Media Information Officer of the Joint […]

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2 w. ago ‘Crush Bandits, Terrorists Hibernating In Sokoto’, Army Chief Tasks Troops

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged troops of 8 Division, Sokoto and Joint Task Force, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, to sustain the current operational tempo and decisively eliminate bandits and terrorists operating within Sokoto and its environ. Lt.-Gen. Shaibu gave the charge on Saturday, December 27, 2025, while addressing troops […]

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2 w. ago Army supports families of fallen soldiers with Christmas gifts

The Nigerian Army honors families of fallen soldiers with Christmas gifts and monetary support, assuring them their sacrifices are never forgotten. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-supports-families-of-fallen-soldiers-with-christmas-gifts/

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2 w. ago Army Chief Salutes Frontline Soldiers’ Sacrifice At Christmas

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has saluted the troops fighting on the battlefront for their courage, discipline, and sacrifice in defence of the nation. Lt.-Gen. Shaibu, in a Christmas message, said their commitment to safeguarding the country’s territorial integrity and ensuring the safety of all Nigerians is deeply appreciated. According to […]

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