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Boko Haram kill 4 in Monguno attack – Army
The Nigerian Army on Thursday said only four persons were killed by attacks on two villages by Boko Haram insurgents, Premium Times reports. Earlier reports had said 22 people were killed between Monday…
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60 per cent of Boko Haram members not Nigerians – Buratai
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai, says the recent activities of the Boko Haram terrorists shows that 60 per cent of them are not Nigerians. Buratai, said…
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Troops rescue kidnap victims, arrest suspected drug dealers
Nine kidnap victims have been freed by troops of the Operation Delta Safe in the Niger Delta. Coordinator of the Joint Media Campaign Centre of Operation Delta Safe told News…
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BREAKING: Army kill 3 female suicide bombers in Maiduguri
The Nigerian Army has neutralised three female suicide bombers in the early hours of Friday in Maiduguri, Channels Television reports. The suicide bombers were spotted by the military patrol team along…
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Army begins probe on death of Lt. Col Abu Ali, six other soldiers
The Nigerian Army has started preparations to probe the death of Lt. Col Abu Ali and six other soldiers during an attack in Mallam Fatori, Borno State last week Friday,…
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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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Abu Ali: A national hero – Gov. Sani Bello
Niger State Governor, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello, has described late Lt. Col. Muhammad Abu Ali as a national hero whose battleground conduct was worthy of commendation and emulation by all…
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Buratai weeps as Lt. Col Abu Ali, 6 other soldiers are buried
Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai could not hold back his tears on Monday during the national burial of Lt. Col. Muhammed Abu Ali and six other fallen…
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Opinion: Lt. Col. Abu Ali: Painful death of a gallant soldier
by Michael Jegede The news of the death of Lieutenant Colonel Muhammad Abu Ali, said to be the most gallant commander and efficient fighter in the Nigerian Army’s battle to…
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Photos from the national burial of Lt. Col Abu Ali, 6 other soldiers
A funeral service for Lt. Col. Muhammed Abu Ali, who was killed during an attack by terrorist group, Boko Haram in Borno State on Friday is currently being held at the…
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YNaija Editorial: How to honour Lt. Col. Muhammad Abu-Ali
The life and death of Lieutenant Colonel Muhammad Abu-Ali brings into focus once again the sacrifices of the Nigerian Army in the fight against Boko Haram. Abu-Ali earned a double…
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The Thread: Good bye Lieutenant Colonel Muhammad Abu Ali
Lieutenant Colonel Muhammad Abu Ali is dead. He died "at about 10.00pm on Friday when suspected insurgents attacked the 119 Battalion Nigerian army location at Mallam Fatori, northern Borno state."…
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Defence minister mourns slain officer Lt.-Col Dan-Ali
The Defence Minister Mansur Muhammad Dan-Ali has described the death of Lt. Col. M Abu-Ali as a tragic and unfortunate development in the theatre of operations. This is contained in…
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Army kills 5 terrorists, rescue 85 persons
The Nigerian Army has killed 5 Boko Haram terrorists in its latest clear out operation. The operation which was led by the General Officer Commander of the 7 Division Nigerian…
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UPDATED: Nigerian Army rescues another Chibok girl in Borno
Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued another Chibok girl in Borno State. Army spokesperson, Col. Sani Usman in a statement on Saturday said she was rescued at Pulka town.…
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Troops engaging Boko Haram insurgents in gun battle (WATCH)
Troops of the Nigerian Army are currently engaging in an exchange of gunfire with members of the Boko Haram sect. In a video released by Punch, the troops are seen…
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240 Boko Haram fighters surrender to the military
240 members of dreaded terrorist group, Boko Haram have surrendered to the Nigerian Army after sustained ground and air raid at their hideouts. A statement signed by the Chief Military Public…
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Troops arrest Boko Haram drug supplier
The Nigerian Army has arrested a drug supplier for the Boko Haram sect. This is according to a statement issued by Army spokesman Colonel Sani Usman. The statement read, “Troops…
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Female suicide bombers behind Maiduguri attack – Army
The Nigerian Army says Saturday's attack in Maiduguri was carried out by two female suicide bombers. Deputy spokesman of the Nigerian Army, Mustapha Anka says it is doing all in…
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Army confirms return of missing soldiers
The Nigerian Army on Wednesday confirmed that some of its soldiers who were attacked in the border town of Gashigar in Borno, had returned, according to Daily Post. The Theater Commander…
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Nigerian Army begins probe into disappearance of 83 soldiers
The Nigerian Army has started investigations into how 83 soldiers disappeared after an attack by terrorist group, Boko Haram last Monday, Premium Times reports. Soldiers attached to the 145 Task…
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Nigerian Army issues warning to persons aiding Boko Haram activities
The Nigerian Army on Sunday said it has arrested 21 persons aiding the activities of the terrorist group, Boko Haram in North East Nigeria. This was revealed in a statement…
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Security agents arrest 21 suspected terrorists
Troops have arrested 21 suspected terrorists in Borno. In a statement issued on Sunday by the Army spokesman Colonel Sani Usman, "preliminary investigation and profiling of the suspects has commenced". The…
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Boko Haram burns down village few kilometres from Chibok
Local residents on Wednesday said terrorist group, Boko Haram has burnt down Goptari village, a few kilometres from Chibok village where over 200 girls were abducted, AFP reports. According to…
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Slain 3SC defender killed in cultist’s shrine – Army
The Nigerian Army on Tuesday said the slain Shooting Stars of Ibadan defender, Joseph Izu who was shot by members of the Joint Task Force on Sunday was killed at…
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13 soldiers wounded, others missing after attack by Boko Haram
The Army has said some soldiers have gone missing after an attack by Boko Haram on troops in Gashigar, Borno State. In a statement by Army spokesperson, Col. Sani Usman, the…
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Boko Haram: Army working on its own strategy to rescue captives – Buratai
The Nigerian Army has said it is working on its own strategy to ensure the release of persons abducted by terrorist group, Boko Haram. Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen.…
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Troops neutralise suicide bombers in Madagali
A male suicide bomber was neutralised by a sharp shooter on Saturday morning in Madagali, Adamawa. In a statement issued by the Army spokesman Colonel Sani Usman, the suicide bomber…
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Army kills 4 kidnappers in Bauchi
The Nigerian Army says its troops killed four kidnappers in Bauchi. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Army spokesman Colonel Sani Usman, the Army said it recovered dangerous…
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The YNaija Tracklist: State governors steal LG funds – Obasanjo | Army kills 2 B’Haram terrorists in Borno | Policeman kills Ghanaian in Anambra
From the papers this morning - a Tracklist. State governors steal LG funds - Obasanjo - YNaija Army kills 2 B’Haram terrorists in Borno - YNaija Buhari doesn’t know most of…
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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