Troops rescue 5 abducted victims in Kogi forest
Security forces in Kogi State have successfully rescued five individuals who were abducted in a forested area of the state. The operation was carried out by the Nigerian military after receiving intelligence on the location of the victims. The rescued victims were reported to be in a stable condition and have been handed over to […]
Troops neutralise senior Boko Haram commanders in Borno
Nigerian troops have recorded a major success after neutralising several senior Boko Haram commanders during a recent military operation in Borno State. The operation was carried out as part of ongoing efforts to weaken the terrorist group and restore peace in communities affected by years of insurgency. According to security sources, the operation targeted key […]
Senate approves troops deployment to Benin Republic
The Nigerian Senate has approved the deployment of troops to the Benin Republic following a request from President Bola Tinubu. The decision is part of regional efforts to maintain peace and stop threats to democracy and security in West Africa. Lawmakers said the move aligns with Nigeria’s role under the ECOWAS security framework, which allows […]
Bandits abduct five worshippers, injure one in Zamfara
Armed bandits struck Maradawa village in Rijiya District, Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State, on Thursday morning, abducting five worshippers and leaving one person injured. The attack happened while residents were observing the Subhi (dawn) prayers, causing panic in the community. According to a report shared by counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama on X (formerly […]
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 […]
Troops neutralize bandit, recover arms in Benue
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have taken firm action against criminal activity in Benue State by eliminating a bandit and recovering arms during a recent mission in Mararaba Gbagir. The operation was carried out on Tuesday, July 30, 2025, after troops received credible information about the presence of armed criminals in the area. Acting […]
Troops arrest NURTW members for allegedly smuggling arms for terrorists in Borno
Soldiers have arrested two members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) for allegedly helping terrorists by moving weapons and army uniforms in Borno State. The news was shared by Major General Markus Kangye, who is the Director of Defence Media Operations. He spoke about this during a media briefing on the military’s […]
Six Lakurawa terrorists and five soldiers killed in Sokoto gun battle
Troops from the Defence Headquarters Special Operations Brigade recently carried out a major operation against Lakurawa terrorists in Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State. During the intense gun battle, six terrorists were killed, but sadly, five soldiers also lost their lives in the line of duty. Lt. Col. Abubakar Abdullahi, the Coordinator of the […]
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 Troops Eliminate Notorious Bandit Leader Kachalla Makore in Zamfara State
In a significant victory for Nigeria’s ongoing fight against banditry, Nigerian security forces have successfully killed a notorious bandit leader, Kachalla Makore, along with several of his fighters. This development, which took place in Zamfara state, has been hailed as a major step in combating the wave of criminal activities plaguing the region. The operation […]