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Troops kill over 50 terrorists, repel multiple attacks in Borno, Yobe

Troops under Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have neutralized over 50 terrorists and successfully repelled a series of coordinated attacks on military bases in Borno and Yobe States. The simultaneous assaults occurred between midnight and 4:00 a.m. on Thursday, targeting military positions in Dikwa, Mafa, Gajibo, and Katarko, which fall within Sectors 1 and 2 of […]

Troops repel ISWAP attack in Borno, neutralise two terrorists

Nigerian Army troops have successfully repelled an attack by Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists in Borno State, neutralizing two insurgents in the process. The terrorists had attempted to invade a military location in the early hours of Sunday, but the soldiers responded swiftly, engaging them in a fierce gun battle that lasted […]

UK on ‘high alert’ following synagogue terror attack

The United Kingdom has been placed on high security alert after a violent terror attack at a synagogue. The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety of worship centers and communities across the country. Authorities say they are working with security agencies to prevent further attacks and protect citizens. Police and counter-terrorism units have […]

Military kills over 100 terrorists, rescue 21 hostages — DHQ

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has shared big success in its fight against terrorism and oil theft. Between April 17 and 25, 2025, Nigerian troops killed over 100 terrorists, arrested 100 suspects, and rescued 21 people who were kidnapped. Major General Markus Kangye, who speaks for the Defence, shared this news on Friday. He said […]

USAID terror funding: Provide humanitarian aid without undermining security of host communities – APC chieftain warns NGOs

A security expert and member of Nigeria’s ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ambassador Nurain Abayomi Mumuni, has urged international organizations to ensure their humanitarian efforts do not harm the security of host communities. This comes after allegations that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) indirectly funded terrorist groups like Boko Haram […]

Troops seize cache of arms, ammunition in Zamfara State

Troops from Operation Hadarin Daji, part of Operation Fansan Yamma, have successfully seized a large collection of firearms and ammunition in Kaura Namoda, Zamfara State. The operation, which took place from January 26 to 27, was based on credible intelligence that arms dealers from Niger Republic were active in the area. According to counter-terrorism expert […]

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 […]