Canada visa snub: Defence Headquarters tells Nigerians to disregard malicious allegations
The Defence Headquarters has asked Nigerians to ignore false claims surrounding the recent Canada visa denial for the Chief of Defence Staff and some military athletes. The agency emphasized that the public should always verify information before spreading unverified news. Nigeria’s military team was invited to participate in the Invictus Games in Vancouver, Canada. The […]
They can go to hell — Ribadu blasts Canada for denying Nigeria’s Defence Chief visa
Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has strongly criticized Canada for refusing visas to the country’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Christopher Musa, and other top military officials. Ribadu, speaking in Abuja at an event organized by the National Association of the Institute for Security Studies (AANISS), expressed his frustration over the situation. He […]
Movement prohibited’ – Israeli troops to remain in South Lebanon despite withdrawal deadline
Israeli soldiers will not leave Southern Lebanon, even though the deadline for their withdrawal is near. Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesman, Avichay Adraee, confirmed this on Wednesday. He also warned civilians not to return to the area. “The IDF is still in the region, so movement southward is not allowed,” Adraee posted on social media […]
Video Of A Congolese Soldier’s Final Moments On The Battlefield Surfaces Online
A tragic video has surfaced on social media, especially on X (formerly Twitter), showing a Congolese soldier recording his final moments before his death. In the video, the soldier speaks to a friend, asking him to take care of his family if he does not survive. He makes a heartfelt request for his salary and […]
Drunk Driver Kills Soldiers In Yaba, Lagos
A heartbreaking incident occurred early this morning near the Nigerian Army Sports Centre in Yaba, Lagos. As soldiers from the Myoung Barracks were preparing for their usual route march, a heavily drunk driver speeding through the area struck over 15 soldiers. Sadly, some soldiers lost their lives, and many others suffered serious injuries. The tragic […]
Troops Foil Boko Haram, ISWAP Drone Attack In Buni Gari
In a successful operation on Wednesday, Nigerian troops from Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai prevented a drone attack by Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists in Buni Gari. The drone, which was carrying a rocket, was spotted approaching the 27 Task Force Brigade headquarters around 4:35 PM. Swift action by the Nigerian soldiers led to […]
Federal Government Investigates Sponsors of Banditry – Defence Headquarters
The Nigerian government, through its Defence Headquarters (DHQ), has begun investigating claims of banditry sponsorship in the North-West region, a hotspot for violent attacks in recent years. This development was disclosed by Major General Edward Buba, the Director of Media Operations at the DHQ, during a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, September 26, 2024. […]
Man Arrested for Inciting Violence Ahead of Plateau State Protests
In a significant development, the Plateau State Police Command has arrested Sulaiman Yakubu for allegedly inciting violence and urging residents to destroy property during a nationwide protest planned for August 1st. In a viral TikTok video, Yakubu called on the people of Plateau State to “test the ground” by initiating violence before the main protest […]
Kenyan defence chief and 9 other senior officers die in helicopter crash
Kenya’s defence chief and nine other top officers died on Thursday, April 18, in a military helicopter crash in a remote area of the country, President William Ruto said. “Today at 2:20 pm, our nation suffered a tragic air accident… I am deeply saddened to announce the passing of General Francis Omondi Ogolla,” Ruto told […]