1 hour ago VIDEO: Banditry, Terrorism ‘Simple’ For Nigeria’s Military To Deal With — Nwanyanwu

The ZLP chieftain referenced Nigeria's military success in peacekeeping missions across Africa as a pointer that it can address insecurity. The post VIDEO: Banditry, Terrorism ‘Simple’ For Nigeria’s Military To Deal With — Nwanyanwu appeared first on Channels Television.

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23 h. ago Nigeria must protect democracy as Sahel faces coups – Ribadu

NSA Nuhu Ribadu warns Nigeria must protect its democracy, as it remains the only stable one in the Sahel region amid widespread military coups and instabil Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-must-protect-democracy-as-sahel-faces-coups-ribadu/

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25 h. ago [VIDEO] Declare War On Terrorists, Kill Those Trying To Kill Us, Analyst Tells Tinubu

His comment comes amid rising insecurity in several parts of the country especially the mass abduction of students, banditry and other crimes. The post [VIDEO] Declare War On Terrorists, Kill Those Trying To Kill Us, Analyst Tells Tinubu appeared first on Channels Television.

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50 h. ago VIDEO: ‘I Strongly Support,’ Senator Marafa Backs Trump’s Military Threat To Nigeria

According to him, Trump's comments put pressure on the Nigerian government to address insecurity in Nigeria.  The post VIDEO: ‘I Strongly Support,’ Senator Marafa Backs Trump’s Military Threat To Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.

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54 h. ago ICYMI: Things to know about defence minister Christopher Musa

Learn key facts about General Christopher Musa, Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence. Discover his military career, previous appointments, and background. Read More: https://punchng.com/things-to-know-about-defence-minister-christopher-musa/

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57 h. ago Matawalle Drives ‘Sweeping Reforms’ Across Nigeria’s Defence System — Aide

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has intensified Nigeria’s military modernisation drive through a series of strategic reforms and international engagements. In a statement on Wednesday, the Minister’s media aide, Ahmad Dan-Wudil, said the minister’s initiatives have strengthened the country’s defence posture and advanced collaborations with global security partners. He said Matawalle represented […]

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61 h. ago Army empowers 103 military spouses in Abuja with entrepreneurship skills

The Nigerian Army boosts military spouses’ empowerment, training 103 participants in Abuja with valuable entrepreneurship and hands-on production skills. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-empowers-103-military-spouses-in-abuja-with-entrepreneurship-skills/

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2 d. ago Military rescues 18 in Borno, Kogi, bandits kidnap Kwara women

Nigerian Army troops conduct successful military rescue operations, freeing 18 abducted victims in Borno and Kogi, while bandits kidnap two in Kwara. Read More: https://punchng.com/military-rescues-18-in-borno-kogi-bandits-kidnap-kwara-women/

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3 d. ago Insecurity: US Lawmakers Accuse Nigerian Govt Of Failing To Stop Killings

The lawmakers spoke weeks after Trump threatened military action in Nigeria over what he called the mass slaughter of Christians, a claim the Federal Government has denied. The post Insecurity: US Lawmakers Accuse Nigerian Govt Of Failing To Stop Killings appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 d. ago No repentant Boko Haram member can be recruited into military — Ex

A former Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Lucky Irabor, debunks claims that repentant Boko Haram members are being absorbed into the Nigerian military. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-repentant-boko-haram-member-can-be-recruited-into-military-ex-cds/

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5 d. ago [VIDEO] Insecurity: Tinubu Should Apologise to Victimised Communities — Bakare

The cleric said the government must first accept responsibility for decades of failure to protect citizens from terrorism, banditry and other violent crimes. The post [VIDEO] Insecurity: Tinubu Should Apologise to Victimised Communities — Bakare appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago Gen Z In Nigeria Supporting Coups Don’t Understand Consequences Of Military Dictatorship — Security Expert

Gen Z protesters in Madagascar, Nepal, and Kenya have shaped political change in recent years, but Kabiru Adamu warns that such agitation can create openings for anti-democratic actors. The post Gen Z In Nigeria Supporting Coups Don’t Understand Consequences Of Military Dictatorship — Security Expert appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 d. ago BREAKING: Tinubu Declares Security Emergency, Orders Massive Police, Army Recruitments

President Bola Tinubu has declared a nationwide security emergency, unveiling sweeping measures that include the largest police and military recruitment drive in recent years. The move comes as Nigeria grapples with a resurgence of violent attacks across several states. In a national statement released on Wednesday night, the President said the scale and intensity of […]

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1 week ago No plan to forcibly recruit young Nigerians into military — DHQ

The statement reads, “for the avoidance of doubt, let it be on record that the purported statement was never made by the Chief of Defence Staff, any of the Service Chiefs, and

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2 w. ago Soyinka Faults Trump’s Threat Of Military Invasion Of Nigeria

Trump declared Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” on October 31, claiming that Christians face an existential threat and urging U.S. lawmakers to investigate and take action. The post Soyinka Faults Trump’s Threat Of Military Invasion Of Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Kebbi: Governor Idris Questions Military Withdrawal Before Schoolgirls’ Abduction

Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has demanded explanations from military authorities over the withdrawal of troops from Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, shortly before dozens of schoolgirls were abducted in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area. Idris spoke on Thursday while receiving the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, who led a solidarity visit […] The post Kebbi: Governor Idris Questions Military Withdrawal Before Schoolgirls’ Abduction appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Kebbi: Governor Idris Questions Military For Withdrawing Minutes Before Schoolgirls’ Abduction

Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has demanded explanations from military authorities over the withdrawal of troops from Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, shortly before dozens of schoolgirls were abducted in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area. Idris spoke on Thursday while receiving the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, who led a solidarity visit […] The post Kebbi: Governor Idris Questions Military For Withdrawing Minutes Before Schoolgirls’ Abduction appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria holds talks with US Defence Secretary after Trump threatens military action

Nigeria is in talks with Washington following remarks by US President Donald Trump, who threatened to deploy American troops to read more Nigeria holds talks with US Defence Secretary after Trump threatens military action

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2 w. ago Trump’s threat of military action in Nigeria triggers outrage in US Congress

Donald Trump’s threat to send American forces “guns-a-blazing” into Nigeria triggered uproar in the United States Congress on Thursday, as read more Trump’s threat of military action in Nigeria triggers outrage in US Congress

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2 w. ago US Congresswoman Faults Trump Over Military Threat To Nigeria

US Congresswoman Sara Jacobs has criticised President Donald Trump’s reported threat of military action against Nigeria over claims of Christian genocide, describing the remarks as “reckless” and without any legal grounding. Jacobs, a Democrat representing California’s 51st Congressional District and a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and its Africa Subcommittee, cautioned against portraying […]

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