63 m. ago Banditry: GOC visits Sokoto community, promises military protection

The GOC of the Nigerian Army’s 8 Division visited a community displaced by Sokoto banditry, promising sustained military protection to restore normalcy. Read More: https://punchng.com/banditry-goc-visits-sokoto-community-promises-military-protection/

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15 h. ago Army pledges to protect Sokoto community after bandit attack

The Nigerian Army assures residents of a Sokoto community of sustained protection following a recent bandit attack, committing to restore normalcy and secu Read More: https://punchng.com/army-pledges-to-protect-sokoto-community-after-bandit-attack/

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16 h. ago Nigeria Risks Repeating History If We Forget 1966 Coup, Civil War – Maj. Onyefuru (Rtd)

Major Godwin Onyefuru, a retired Nigerian Army officer, still carries the scars of the 1966 coup that reshaped the nation’s history. Now 84 and visually impaired, Onyefuru reflects on his harrowing experiences following the coup, including incarceration and near-death encounters. In this interview with ACHOR ABIMAJE, he recounts how his deepest regret was being unknowingly […]

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39 h. ago PICTORIAL: 82 Militants Lay Down Arms, Embrace Amnesty In Cross Rivers

Armed militants operating in Akpabuyo local government area of Cross River State have voluntarily surrendered their weapons and embraced the state government’s amnesty programme. According to a statement signed by the Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, Headquarters 13 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Major Yemi Sokoya, the surrendered militants came from two separate camps. The first […]

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48 h. ago Troops Foil Coordinated Terrorist Attacks, Recover Weapons In Borno, Adamawa

The Nigerian Army, on Friday, said troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) Joint Taskforce North-East have once again demonstrated resilience, professionalism and superior combat capability by decisively foiling coordinated terrorist attacks across parts of Adamawa and Borno States, while inflicting heavy losses on fleeing terrorists during follow-up operations. A statement issued to journalists in Maiduguri, […]

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3 d. ago Your sacrifices will not be in vain, Tinubu assures Nigerian Armed Forces

President Bola Tinubu has again assured members of the Nigerian Armed Forces that their sacrifices will not be in vain. read more Your sacrifices will not be in vain, Tinubu assures Nigerian Armed Forces

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3 d. 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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3 d. 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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3 d. ago Adamawa Marks 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day As Fintiri Honours Fallen Heroes, Launches Emblem Appeal

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the Nigerian Armed Forces, fallen heroes and military veterans as the state marked the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day with a series of commemorative activities in Yola. As part of the observance, the Governor on Sunday joined officers and men of the […]

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4 d. ago Fallen heroes: Nigerian Armed Forces Remembrance Day holiday overdue

Learn why declaring Nigeria’s Armed Forces Remembrance Day a public holiday is crucial for national unity, honoring fallen heroes, and supporting veterans. Read More: https://punchng.com/fallen-heroes-nigerian-armed-forces-remembrance-day-holiday-overdue/

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4 d. ago ‘Nigeria A Stabilising Force In West Africa’, Says Polish Ambassador

The Polish Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Michał Cygan, has described Nigeria as a stabilising force in the West African region, citing the critical role of the Nigerian Armed Forces, particularly the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), in counter-insurgency and regional security efforts. The Ambassador stated this on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, during a courtesy visit to […]

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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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6 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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7 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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8 d. ago Federal Gov’t Will Empower Military To Crush Insecurity – Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the resolve of the President Bola Tinubu-led administration to empower the Nigerian Armed Forces to subdue the security challenges bedeviling the country. He acknowledged the sacrifices of the fallen soldiers who paid the supreme price to safeguard Nigeria’s territorial integrity, as well as the lives and properties of the […]

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9 d. ago Federal Government’ll Empower Military To Crush Insecurity — VP Shettima

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has reaffirmed the firm resolve of President Bola Tinubu’s administration to empower the Nigerian Armed Forces to subdue the security challenges bedeviling the country. He acknowledged the sacrifices of the fallen soldiers who paid the supreme price to safeguard Nigeria’s territorial integrity, as well as the lives and properties […]

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9 d. ago Nigeria kicks off 2026 Armed Forces Celebrations and Remembrance week

The Federal Government on Friday formally commenced the 2026 Nigerian Armed Forces Celebrations and Remembrance Week, with special Juma’at prayers read more Nigeria kicks off 2026 Armed Forces Celebrations and Remembrance week

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1 week 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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1 week 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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