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Extra judicial killings: Nigerian army releases report
The Nigerian Army on Wednesday released the report of a Special Board that probed alleged human rights abuse levelled against it by the Amnesty International (AI). AI had accused the…
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“Soldiers burnt our village and took away our property – Boko Haram survivors
Survivors of the Boko Haram attack on June 7, in Ali Dawari village of Jere, Maiduguri, Borno state capital, have accused the Nigeria army of burning their village and carting…
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‘This is just the beginning’ – Shekau says in new video
Abubakar Shekau, a factional leader of the Boko Haram, has released a video showing how insurgents sacked a military post at the outskirts of Maiduguri, Borno state. The insurgents’ operation was…
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Army sentences Borno-based soldier to death for killing Boko Haram insurgent
The General Court Martial (GCM) sitting at 7 Division, Nigerian Army, Maiduguri, Borno state has reportedly sentenced one Lance Corporal, Hilary Joel, to death for the murder of a Boko…
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Army dispels Boko Haram attack on Maiduguri
The attack by the insurgent group, Boko Haram, on Maiduguri was successfully repelled, the Army confirmed on Wednesday. It was earlier reported that Boko Haram attacked the Jiddari Polo area of…
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21 feared dead as Boko Haram reportedly attacks villages near Chibok
At least 21 persons have been reportedly killed by Boko Haram in villages near Chibok in Borno state. A Chibok resident, Chibok Hassan, told TheCable that attacks happened on Sunday…
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Nigerian troops raid Boko Haram cell in Niger, arrest three leaders
Officers of the Nigerian Army have reportedly raided a cell belonging to the insurgent group, Boko Haram, at Gidan Mai village, along Mokwa-Tegina Road, Niger State. The report says three insurgents…
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Soldiers allegedly storm SUG election, injure students (GRAPHIC PHOTOS)
Men of the Nigerian army, on Wednesday, allegedly stormed the Bauchi College of Education, Kangere, injuring students who were having their Students' Union election. The images appeared on social media,…
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Army secretly investigating officers over alleged coup plot
The Defence Headquarters, has on Wednesday in Abuja, spoken on the rumours of a coup plot, saying the military respected democracy, just as the citizens wished. The Director, Defence Information,…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should monitor today
These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. 1. Drake sweeps 13 awards at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards | Here is the full list of winners…
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Recruitment: Nigerian Army announces date for screening
by Omoleye Omoruyi The Nigerian Army, through the Chief of Administration, Major-General I. M. Alkali, has announced its zonal screening for the 76th regular recruitment intake for trades/non-trades men and…
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Military corruption is hindering Nigeria’s fight against insurgency – Transparency Int’l alleges in new report
by Omoleye Omoruyi Transparency International has identified military corruption as the stumbling block hindering the fight against Islamist insurgency in Nigeria. In a report, the watchdog underlines that the two key promises…
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Military coup: Army begin search for suspected officers
by Omoleye Omoruyi The Nigerian Army are reported to have begun an internal search for soldiers and officers suspected to be engaging in political meetings. It is said that some…
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Stop allocating soldiers to politicians, Wike tells Buratai
by Azeez Adeniyi Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike has urged the Nigerian Army to desist from allocating soldiers to politicians. Wike said this while reacting to a comment credited to…
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Expose those planning to take over power | Ndigbo tells Buratai
by Azeez Adeniyi The Ohanaeze Ndigbo has urged Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai to expose those approaching soldiers for political. Buratai had raised alarm that some politicians were approaching…
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Buratai’s warning: Those seeking change must do it democratically – UK
by Azeez Adeniyi The United Kingdom has said it would continue to support democracy as the only system of government in Nigeria. The UK government said this against the backdrop…
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Boko Haram: If anything happens to me, hold govt responsible – Salkida
International journalist, Ahmad Salkida, who has unfettered access to Boko Haram terrorists has said the Nigerian Army is trying to kill. The army had declared Salkida wanted in August 2016…
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Troops arrest wanted Boko Haram kingpin ‘Pepper’
by Azeez Adeniyi Troops of 233 Battalion, 27 Task Force Brigade of the Nigerian Army on Sunday arrested Boko Haram commander, Abubakar Adamu aka "Pepper". This was disclosed in a…
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Troops arrest Boko Haram commander, 4 others
A suspected fleeing Boko Haram terrorist, Bala Ibrahim was arrested by troops of Forward Operation Base, Fika on routine patrol on Saturday. He is believed to be a top member…
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Major shake-up in the army, top officers affected
by Omoleye Omoruyi The Nigerian Army has announced a change in some of its divisions, formations and training schools. The change sees the redeployment of Maj. Gen Leo Irabor, the…
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BREAKING: ‘Boko Haram releases 80 abducted Chibok girls’
by Azeez Adeniyi Terrorist group, Boko Haram has reportedly released 80 of the abducted Chibok girls abducted in 2014, SaharaReporters reports. According to the news platform, a top military source…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories you should monitor today. ‘TROOPS KILL BOKO HARAM MEMBERS, FOIL ATTACK ON MAIDUGURI’ Troops of the Nigerian Army on Thursday clashed with some Boko…
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Nigerian army denies killing 8 armed youth in Cross River
The 13 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Calabar has debunked a report that its troops killed eight armed youths in Ikot-Offiong Community in Odukpani Local Government Area of the state. Spokesman…
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The YNaija Tracklist: Over 30 dead at football viewing centre in Calabar | Three soldiers killed by Boko Haram IED in Borno | More stories
From the papers this morning – a Tracklist. Over 30 dead at football viewing centre in Calabar - YNaija ‘Suspended NIA DG admits Jonathan ordered release of $289m’ - YNaija…
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Chibok girls: Army not taking rescue efforts seriously – Alele-Williams
by Azeez Adeniyi Nigeria’s first female vice-chancellor, Grace Alele-Williams has condemned the Nigerian Army for its inability to rescue the remaining abducted Chibok girls. She said this on Friday during…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
by Dolapo Adelana These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today 1. #BBNaija: Efe is the winner of the 2017 Big Brother Naija reality TV show The grand…
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Pius Adesanmi: Nigerian Army, innovation, and the key in the Dog’s teeth
by Pius Adesanmi Never be too quick to commend a Nigerian official who, Allah be praised, finally does something commendable. There will always be that little spoiler- as if they…
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Boko Haram did not abduct 22 women – Army
by Dolapo Adelana The Nigerian Army has dismissed reports in the media that the terrorist sect, Boko Haram abducted 22 women from Pulka during an attack. In a statement in Maiduguri Saturday,…
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Boko Haram top commander surrenders to Nigerian Army
The Nigerian Army has said a top ranking member of Boko Haram terrorist group, Bulama Kailani Mohammed Metele has surrendered to 145 Task Force Battalion, 5 Brigade troops at Damasak.…
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YNaija Says: The military needs to apologize to Nigerians for the dishonesty about Shekau
For the past eight years, the name Abubakar Shekau has struck fear into the hearts of Nigerians, especially those who have seen and experienced the destruction and bloodletting that Boko…
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YMonitor
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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