US bombing of Sokoto not based on Onitsha screwdriver seller intel – Fani-Kayode hits
Ambassador-designate Femi Fani-Kayode has strongly refuted a New York Times report suggesting that U.S. airstrikes in Sokoto State relied on intelligence from a civilian source rather than official Nigerian channels. Posting on X, he argued it was impossible for the U.S. government to base a military operation on information from a private individual using online […]
Nigerian Army will overcome Boko Haram, ISWAP, bandits, Lakurawa – Shehu Sani
Shehu Sani, a former senator from Kaduna Central, has expressed his confidence that the Nigerian Armed Forces will succeed in defeating terrorist groups such as Boko Haram, ISWAP, bandits, and the Lakurawa group. In his statement, Sani pointed out that no army in Africa is as heavily engaged as Nigeria’s military, which is fighting terrorism […]
You have my backing against evil forces – Tinubu to Nigerian Armed Forces
President Bola Tinubu has promised his full support to the Nigerian Armed Forces as they continue to fight against insurgents. At the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Armed Forces Headquarters complex in Abuja, Tinubu expressed his pride in the military’s readiness to face any challenges. He assured the Armed Forces that they have his backing, […]
FCT Ex-minister, Jerry Useni is dead, Muftwang mourns
The Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has announced the death of Lt. General Jeremiah Timbut Useni, a former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). General Useni passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the age of 82 after battling a prolonged illness. Governor Mutfwang, in a statement from Jos, expressed deep […]
Atiku slams military honors given to Seyi Tinubu
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly criticized the recent military honors given to Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Atiku described the event as a “gross violation of military tradition” and a “desecration” of the Nigerian Armed Forces’ long-established customs. The controversy erupted after a video went viral online showing Seyi […]
Tinubu Approves Salary Increase for Nigeria’s Military Personnel
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken a significant step to support Nigeria’s armed forces by approving a salary increase for military personnel. Bello Matawalle, the minister of state for defence, shared this news in a statement released by Henshaw Ogubike, the ministry’s spokesperson. In addition to the salary raise, the government has approved the payment […]
Boko Haram Kills Five Soldiers in Borno: Military Vows to Fight On
The Defence Headquarters has confirmed a tragic attack by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists on troops stationed in Gubio Local Government Area of Borno State. The attack resulted in the death of five soldiers, while ten others were injured, and four are currently missing. Major General Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations, stated that the […]
Abia Government Places N25million Bounty On Killers Of Soldiers As Group Demands Speedy Arrest
Unidentified gunmen attacked a military unit in Ogbor Hill, Aba, setting it and a parked patrol van on fire. Some soldiers managed to escape. The state government termed the incident regrettable, offering condolences to the deceased soldiers. In response, the government announced a N25 million reward for information leading to the capture of the criminals […]