FG Spends ₦1.4 Billion On Rehabilitation Of Terrorists, Trial Centres
The Nigerian government has allocated a total of ₦1.4 billion over the last year and a half to rehabilitate repentant terrorists and establish trial centres for terrorism-related cases. This initiative began after former President Muhammadu Buhari signed the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Bill into law on May 12, 2022. The law led to the creation […]
Drones Used By Terrorists, Not Military Grade, Pose No Threat- Defence Spokesman
Major-General Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations, has clarified that the drones used by terrorist groups in Nigeria are not military-grade and do not pose a serious threat to the country’s fight against terrorism. During a press briefing on Friday in Abuja, Buba discussed a recent airstrike incident in Sokoto State and reassured […]
Nigerian troops kill two notorious bandit leaders, Ma’oli, Kachalla Muchelli
The Nigerian military has made significant progress in its fight against terrorism and banditry in the North West region. Recently, troops from Operation Fansan Yamma conducted successful missions in Katsina and Zamfara States, taking down two notorious bandit leaders. In Katsina State, the troops carried out an operation in Mai Sheka village, located in Kunchin […]
Lakurawa: Military counter viral reports, insists Sokoto air strikes hit associates of terrorists
Recent reports claimed that the Nigerian military mistakenly bombed two communities in Sokoto State, resulting in civilian casualties. Abubakar Bawa, the Press Secretary to the Sokoto State Governor, confirmed that air strikes in Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa killed at least ten civilians. The military has denied these allegations. Lt. Col Abdullahi Abubakar, spokesman for the […]
Nigerian Troops Uncover Camps Of New Terrorist Group, Lakurawa In Katsina, Zamfara
The Nigerian military has successfully dismantled camps of a newly-formed terrorist group called Lakurawa. These operations took place in Katsina and Zamfara States as part of “Operation Chase Lakurawa Out,” a mission aimed at restoring security in the region. The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, deployed specialised troops to strengthen ongoing efforts. These […]
COAS General Oluyede Visits Injured Military Personnel In Borno Maiduguri, Pledges Support in Fight Against Terrorism
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, visited Maiduguri to boost the morale of soldiers fighting terrorism and insurgency in North-East Nigeria. His visit, on December 7, 2024, focused on encouraging the troops of Operation HADIN KAI to intensify their efforts to restore peace in the region. While addressing officers and soldiers […]
Nigerian Troops Eliminate Boko Haram Commander Abu Shekau and Four Others in Yobe Attack
In a major victory for Nigerian security forces, troops from Sector 2 of Operation Hadin Kai, working alongside local vigilantes, successfully repelled an attack by Boko Haram terrorists in the Sabon Fegi community of Buni Yadi, located in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State. The attack, which took place around 11 am, triggered a […]
Nigerian Army Eliminates Four Suspected Terrorists and Dismantles ESN Camps in Abia
The Nigerian Army has achieved a major victory in its fight against terrorism, successfully neutralizing four suspected terrorists and destroying multiple camps linked to the Eastern Security Network (ESN) in Abia State. This operation, carried out by the South-East Joint Task Force, codenamed Operation Udoka, is part of the Nigerian Army’s ongoing efforts to enhance […]
Government Monitors Terrorists’ Activities on Social Media
Terrorist groups are increasingly turning to social media platforms to promote their activities. The government has recognized this trend and is taking action to stop it. Popular platforms like TikTok have become hotspots for such content, where terrorists openly showcase weapons, flaunt cash, and even make strange public requests. For example, on Thursday, a suspected […]
Nigerian Military Confirms Arrest of IPOB Founder Pius Iguh and Commander Emmanuel Onwugu
In a recent offensive aimed at tackling rising insecurity, Nigerian military troops launched a powerful operation in Southeast Nigeria, leading to the arrest of major figures in the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN). This operation, known as “Operation Udoka,” targeted IPOB hideouts in the Orsu area […]