The Army Council has approved the promotion of 35 Brigadier Generals to the rank of Major General and 73 Colonels to the rank of Brigadier […]
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Senate Pledges Continued Support for Nigerian Armed Forces During Oversight Visit
The Senate has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Nigerian Armed Forces by ensuring resources and strategies are in place to enhance their operational capabilities […]
Acting COAS Orders Probe Into Alleged Army Brutality in Abuja
The Acting Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has directed an immediate investigation into a viral incident involving alleged misconduct by a senior Nigerian […]
Nigerian Military Deploys Troops to Kebbi State to Combat New Terror Group Lakurawa
In response to escalating violence by a newly-emerged terrorist group, Lakurawa, Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has deployed military forces to […]
Nigerian Army Arrests 12 Suspected Kidnappers in Taraba State
Troops of the Nigerian Army, deployed for rescue operations in Taraba State, have successfully arrested 12 suspected kidnappers following a distress call from Chachanji village. […]
Nigerian Army Ramps Up Efforts to Dislodge New Terror Group in the Northwest
The Nigerian Army’s acting Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Olufemi Oluyede, has called on troops in Sokoto to intensify their offensive against the newly […]
Nigerian Military Warns Against Calls for Coup, Upholds Commitment to Democracy
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has issued a stern warning against individuals or groups advocating for a military takeover in Nigeria, deeming such actions treasonable under […]
COAS Orders Probe into Kano Administrative Discrepancies, Suspends Commander
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-General Taoreed Lagbaja, has initiated an investigation into alleged administrative discrepancies at the Nigerian Army’s 3 Brigade in Kano. […]
Nigerian Army Cracks Down on Illegal Refineries and Oil Theft in Niger Delta
Troops of the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with other security agencies, have intensified their operations against economic sabotage in the Niger […]
Nigerian Army Successfully Responds to Security Threats Across the Country — Chief of Army Staff
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, on Thursday, September 26, 2024, announced that the Nigerian Army has effectively tackled security threats in […]