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Profiles of Newly Appointed Security Personnel: Acting Inspector General of Police, Chief of Army Staff, Chief of Naval Staff, Chief of Air Staff, and Chief of Defence Staff
President Bola Tinubu recently made several appointments to key positions in Nigeria's security apparatus. Among these appointments are Deputy Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun as the Acting Inspector General of…
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Chief of Defence Staff visits troops in North-East
The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Abayomi Olonisakin, on Wednesday began an operational visit of troops fighting the Boko Haram insurgents in the North-East. Olonisakin visited the Military Command and…
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We did not “declare” IPOB a terrorist organisation – Buratai
The chief of army staff, Tukur Buratai says the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) did not "declare" the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) a terrorist organisation - that the DHQ only "pronounced"…
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How Boko Haram insurgents attacked my convoy – Buratai
by Azeez Adeniyi The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur has revealed that his convoy was once attacked by terrorist group, Boko Haram in the North East, Borno State.…
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Army blasts Vanguard over fictitious interview with Buratai
The Nigerian Army has reacted to a publication by a cloned Vanguard newspaper online page which accused Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai of blaming the death…
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It’s time for the Army to intensify onslaught against insurgents – Buratai
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai has urged the army to intensify attacks against Boko Haram fighters in the North Eastern part of the country. Buratai said this…
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Boko Haram: Our efforts in the North-east have paid off – Buratai
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen. Tukur Buratai, said the efforts of the military in the North-East had paid off. Buratai said this when he paid a courtesy call…
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We will use force for Niger Delta militants if dialogue fails- Buratai
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, has said the Nigerian Army would resort to force as an option if the dialogue between the Federal Government and militants fail.…
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President Buhari should sack Buratai if he fails to resign – Femi Falana
Following revelations that the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, purchased properties worth $1.5 million dollars in Dubai, human rights lawyer, Mr. Femi Falana has advocated for his dismissal…
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YNaija Editorial: The cloud hanging over Buratai
Since becoming Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai has taken personal charge of the war against Boko Haram, and has had significant success to the point that something approaching normal…
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‘As Director of Public Procurement from 2012 to 2015, Buratai should be probed’
A group has called for the inclusion of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai, in the ongoing investigation into the procurement of arms and ammunition by the…
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Shiite Muslims protest Saturday’s death of members in Zaria (PHOTOS)
Members of the Muslim sect, Shiite have taken to the streets of Bauchi, Potiskum in Yobe State and Birnin Gwari in Kaduna State to protest the death of its members following…
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“Shekau is irrelevant to me” | Chief of Army staff
Chief of army staff, Lt. General Tukur Buratai, says Boko Haram's leader, Abubakar Shekau, is struggling to remain relevant. The Army chief stated that the recently released audio tape was…
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“Shekau is irrelevant to me” | Chief of Army staff
Chief of army staff, Lt. General Tukur Buratai, says Boko Haram's leader, Abubakar Shekau, is struggling to remain relevant. The Army chief stated that the recently released audio tape was…
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“Shekau is irrelevant to me” | Chief of Army staff
Chief of army staff, Lt. General Tukur Buratai, says Boko Haram's leader, Abubakar Shekau, is struggling to remain relevant. The Army chief stated that the recently released audio tape was…
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“All Boko Haram camps have been wiped out” – Army boasts
The Nigerian military claims to have destroyed all known Boko Haram terrorists’ camps and cells in the North East. The Defence spokesperson, Rabe Abubakar, on Wednesday said this at his maiden…
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See army boss Buratai going for a jog with his soldiers (PHOTO)
This is why the army boasts of morale. The Chief of Army staff, Maj. Gen. Tukur Buratai, was spotted this morning as he joined troops in Abuja for their early…
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Military repels another Boko Haram attack in COAS home town
Military authorities in Abuja has disclosed that another attempt by the Boko Haram terrorist group to attack Buratai, the home town of the Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai, on…
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Military task force promises to work with the army to stop Boko Haram
The Head of Mission, Multi-National Joint Task Force, Sanusi Abdullahi, has expressed high hopes that the insurgency facing Nigeria will soon come to an end. Abdullahi is also the Executive Secretary…
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Boko Haram attacked home of Chief of Army Staff last night
Boko Haram insurgents have attacked the home of the new Chief of Army Staff, Major General Tukur Buratai. Reuters reports that the home of the COAS was raided on Tuesday,…
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Army chief Buratai says fraudsters are impersonating him on Facebook
The Chief of Army staff (COAS) Tukur Buratai has said that some fraudsters are using his name on social media to defraud people. He said this in a statement by…
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Nigerian Soldiers’ uniform to have a new look [READ]
by Kolapo Olapoju According to reports, officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army will soon get a new set of uniforms with a different look. Chief of Army Staff, Lt.…
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Robbers in military camouflage steal 150 cows in Kaduna farm, 33 recovered
by Oke Efagene A herd of 150 cows have been stolen by cattle theives in Canaan Mega Farms in Bara Village, Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Chairman of…
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Better days ahead: We will soon eradicate Boko Haram – Chief of Army Staff
by 'Jola Sotubo In a bid to reassure Nigerians of the success of army efforts to rid the nation of terrorists, the Chief of Army Staff, General Azubuike Ihejirika, has…
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Say it’s not true: Nigerian soldiers arrested for assisting Boko Haram
by Rachel Ogbu Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Azubuike Ihejirika| credits: Nigerian Army chiefs have announced that they been compromised after discovering soldiers who have been assisting insurgents, Boko…
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Dele Momodu: An open memo to our service chiefs
by Dele Momodu This memo is not an attempt to bemoan our inglorious past but to inspire you on the way forward. After the unacceptable rate of unemployment in Nigeria,…
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The September Standard
- T.I Nathan SS25 Lookbook: A Contemporary Ode to Elegance and Edge
- Idia Aisien’s Comeback to Style 101: Will She Revive the Magic?
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- The Future Awards Africa 2024: How Tunde Onakoya and Veekee James Served High-Fashion Mastery as Hosts
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy