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Oludolapo Adelana October 12, 2016

Army kills 2 B’Haram terrorists in Borno

The Nigerian Army on Tuesday killed two Boko Haram terrorists in Borno state. The incident occurred in Jere Local Government Area of the state when the troops went out for…

Azeez October 9, 2016

Nigerian Army to deploy female soldiers to intelligence, signal corps

The newly commissioned female officers to the Nigerian Army will be deployed to the Intelligence, Signal and Ordnance Corps, Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen Tukur Buratai has revealed. Buratai spoke…

Oludolapo Adelana October 8, 2016

Army arrests 12 B’Haram terrorists (PHOTOS)

The Nigerian Army has arrested some Boko Haram suspects. The suspects were arrested in different locations in Borno. In a statement issued on Friday night by Army spokesman, Colonel Sani…

Oludolapo Adelana October 7, 2016

Army neutralise 3 female suicide bombers

The Nigerian Army on Thursday averted an attack on one of its location in Borno. Three female suicide bombers were killed while trying to attack a military location at Gwoza, Gwoza…

Azeez October 6, 2016

We are being owed two months allowances | Troops fighting Boko Haram cry out

Troops fighting terrorist group, Boko Haram have alleged that they are being owed two months allowances by the Nigerian Army, SaharaReporters reports. According to the online news platform, the soldiers…

Azeez October 6, 2016

Troops neutralize male suicide bomber in Maiduguri

Troops of Operation Lafiya Dole on Thursday neutralized a male suicide bomber at the outskirts of Maiduguri, Borno State. According to a statement by army spokesperson, Col. Sani Usman, the bomber…

Oludolapo Adelana October 4, 2016

Army arrests suspected Boko Haram terrorists in Borno

The Nigerian army has arrested a suspected Boko Haram terrorist in Borno. The terrorist, Adamu Nuhu was picked up on Sunday afternoon at Kwaya Kusar Local Government Area, Southern Borno State…

Oludolapo Adelana October 4, 2016

Army kills 5 kidnappers in Bauchi

The Nigerian Army says it has killed five suspected kidnappers in Bauchi state. This is contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Army Spokesman, Colonel Sani Usman. According…

Azeez October 1, 2016

Troops arrest cattle rustlers in Kaduna, Katsina

The Nigerian Army on Saturday said troops of 1 Division have arrested cattle rustlers in Kaduna and Katsina States. In a statement by Army Spokesperson. Col. Sani Usman, the army…

Oludolapo Adelana September 30, 2016

Army rescues 5 kidnapped victims

The Nigerian Army says it has rescued five persons, including achild kidnapped by armed bandits. According to the spokesperson of the Army, Colonel Sani Usman who said this in a…

Azeez September 30, 2016

Troops kill 7 Bakassi militants in Cross River

Troops of 13 Brigade of the Nigerian Army on Friday killed 7 Bakassi militants who attacked its position in Bakassi Local Government Area of Cross River State. In a statement…

Oludolapo Adelana September 29, 2016

Troops arrest 3 Boko Haram terrorists in cattle market

The Nigerian Army on Wednesday arrested three Boko Haram terrorists This is contained in a statement issued on Thursday by its spokesperson Colonel Sani Usman. He said, "On Wednesday morning…

Azeez September 28, 2016

We will start rescue operations for Boko Haram abductees – Buratai

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai on Wednesday said the Nigerian Army will soon launch “Operation Rescue Final” aimed at rescuing all abducted persons by terrorist group, Boko…

Oludolapo Adelana September 28, 2016

Why Army dismissed 38 senior officers

The real reasons why the Nigerian Army dismissed 38 senior officers in June this year have emerged, Premium Times reports. According to documents filed by the Army in court, at least 22…

Oludolapo Adelana September 28, 2016

We will deal decisively with killer herdsmen – Buratai

Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai says the Nigerian Army is fully committed to dealing with the menace of killer herdsmen across the country. Buratai said this while fielding…

Azeez September 27, 2016

Boko Haram didn’t hoist any flag at Boftari village, Borno – Army

The Nigerian Army on Tuesday said terrorist group, Boko Haram didn't hoist any flag at Boftari village yesterday after its attack on the settlement, contrary to claims in the media.…

Isime Esene September 27, 2016

The Media Blog: That’s how the Nigerian Army packed 10 journalists from one media house

The Nigerian Army now suddenly has an interest in the media. Before you start thinking it's good stuff, let's put it to you like this: The Nigerian Army is crossing…

Azeez September 26, 2016

Boko Haram: Shekau is a mad man – Buratai

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai on Monday said Boko Haram leader, Abubakar Shekau is a mad man. He said this while reacting to the recent video…

Azeez September 25, 2016

22 ‘unjustly’ dismissed soldiers petition Pres. Buhari

22 senior officers of the Nigerian Army who alleged to have been unjustly dismissed have sent a petition to President Muhammadu Buhari, Premiumtimes reports. The Nigerian Army had compulsorily retired 38…

Azeez September 25, 2016

Shekau is mentally sick, unstable | Army reacts to new Boko Haram video

The Nigerian Army on Sunday has reacted to the new video by terrorist group, Boko Haram showing its leader, Abubakar Shekau. In a statement by Army Spokesperson, Col. Sani Usman,…

Oludolapo Adelana September 23, 2016

Army kills 2 armed bandits, recovers 7 cows

Men of the Nigerian Army on Thursday killed two armed bandits, and recovered seven cows during a clean up operation in Zamfara state. This is contained in a statement issued…

Azeez September 23, 2016

Civilian JTF replaces troops to secure Bama

Members of the Civilian Joint Task Force and vigilante group have been saddled with the responsibility of securing the recaptured town of Bama in Borno State. Borno State Governor, Kashim…

Azeez September 23, 2016

Boko Haram: Troops kill 15 insurgents in Borno attack

The Nigerian Army on Thursday said it has killed 15 Boko Haram members who launched an attack on troops harbouring in Abadam village, Borno State. In a statement by Army Spokesperson,…

Oludolapo Adelana September 22, 2016

Edo election: 10 arrested persons not journalists – Army

The Nigerian Army has debunked claims by an online news media (not YNaija) that it arrested ten journalists on Thursday. In a statement issued by its spokesman Colonel Sani Usman,…

Azeez September 22, 2016

We have freed over 2 million civilians from Boko Haram – Army

The Nigerian Army on Wednesday said since the beginning of President Muhammadu Buhari's administration, it has rescued over two million persons held captive by dreaded terrorist group, Boko Haram. The…

Oludolapo Adelana September 21, 2016

Drones will be used for Edo election – Army

Barely a week to the Edo governorship election security agencies are putting final touches in ensuring a hitch free process. As part its plans, the Nigeria Army says it would…

Azeez September 21, 2016

Troops kill Boko Haram terrorists, reclaim town in Borno

Troops of Operation LAFIYA DOLE and Multinational Joint Task Force have captured Mallam Fatori town in Borno State. This was revealed in a statement by Army Spokesperson, Col. Sani Usman on…

Oludolapo Adelana September 20, 2016

Boko Haram: ‘I have no rights, FG has ruined my life’ – Ahmad Salkida

Freelance journalist Ahmad Salkida says his life is in danger. Salkida who is believed to have links with terrorist sect, Boko Haram made the disclosure on Tuesday via his Twitter…

Azeez September 17, 2016

Another militant kingpin arrested by troops in Calabar

The Nigerian Army said it has arrested a militant kingpin, Victory Benjamin known as G3 and Abuja Daddy as well as 3 others in a coordinated operation. According to a…