Military kills over 60 terrorists in gun battle
The Nigerian Army has announced that its soldiers have killed more than 60 terrorists in a recent operation in northern Nigeria. The operation was carried out under the military’s Operation Hadin Kai. This news was shared through a short message posted on the official Facebook page of the Army Headquarters on Friday, May 30. According […]
Army, NAF troops eliminate 16 ISWAP terrorists in failed attack on Damboa
Nigerian soldiers and Air Force officers stopped a deadly attack by ISWAP terrorists in Damboa, Borno State. The soldiers fought hard and killed 16 of the attackers during the overnight battle. Security expert Zagazola Makama shared the news on X (formerly Twitter). He said the attack happened around 1:00 a.m. on Thursday. The terrorists attacked […]
Bandits k!ll Benue PDP chieftain and others in renewed attacks
Suspected bandits have carried out deadly attacks in Benue State, leaving several people dead. Among those k!lled was James Akase, a former ward chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). The attacks happened on Monday, May 19, 2025, and targeted rural communities in Guma and Gwer West Local Government Areas. Villages that were attacked include […]
Gunmen Invade Church, Abduct Worshippers In Kebbi
On Sunday, a group of suspected criminals from the Lakurawa gang attacked Zagami village in Danko/Wasagu, Kebbi State. The gunmen broke into a church while people were worshipping and kidnapped several worshippers. They arrived on motorcycles and began shooting wildly, causing fear and confusion among those in the church. After the attack, they forced a […]
Sambisa: Expert proffers solution as insurgents regroup, reclaim forest amid evolving military tactics
The Nigerian military has been working hard to stop Boko Haram in the northeast. But recent reports show the group is attacking again, causing worry that they are still a serious threat even after many years of fighting. In the past few weeks, Boko Haram has launched several attacks in parts of Borno State. Places […]
Terrorists are recycling old attack videos to spread propaganda – DHQ
The Nigerian military has dismissed a viral video that claims to show a recent terrorist attack on soldiers in Marte, Borno State. According to the Defence Headquarters, the video is an old clip being reused to confuse people and lower trust in the Armed Forces. Major General Markus Kangye, who leads Defence Media Operations, said […]
DSS confirms terrorism charges against Simon Ekpa
A man saved a baby during a fire in Lagos, acting quickly and bravely to rescue the child from danger. While this local hero made headlines in Nigeria, another serious issue is unfolding in Europe involving a controversial Nigerian figure. Simon Ekpa, who is known as a self-declared leader in the Biafra separatist movement, has […]
Three killed as unknown gunmen attack police checkpoint in Anambra
On the evening of Thursday, May 15, armed men launched an attack on a security checkpoint in Isuofia, Anambra State. The officers on duty were part of the Anambra Joint Security Team and bravely fought off the attackers. According to reports, the gunmen suddenly came across the security officers and opened fire. During the gunfight, […]
Troops recover 1,000 rustled cattle, kill 2 bandits in Taraba–Plateau border clash
Nigerian soldiers from Operation Safe Haven have recovered about 1,000 stolen cattle after a fierce fight with bandits near the border between Taraba and Plateau states. During the clash, two bandits were killed. The military got information on April 25 that over 60 armed bandits on 30 motorcycles crossed from Plateau State into Taraba. Their […]
50-year-old man arrested for supplying food and fuel to bandits in Katsina
A 50-year-old man named Bashar Abubakar has been arrested for helping bandits in Katsina State by giving them food and petrol. Bashar, who is from Gwarzo town in Kano State, was caught by local vigilante members in his community. A security expert, Zagazola Makama, shared a video showing Bashar admitting that he gave petrol to […]