by Mustapha Atiku Abubakar Nyako’s memo is not just disrespectful to our brave troops, many of whom have sacrificed their lives, but also insulting and demonstrates a total lack of gratitude for their service, and this writer is particularly unsure of what the Governor seeks to gain with such dangerous moves I read with great... Read More

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Explosions, shooting in Kano as troops and militants clash

by Adeola Balogun The Kano metropolis was wracked with violence this morning after multiple explosions and gunshots were heard in an area of the city. The shelling of ammunition was evidence of an ongoing battle between security troops and suspected militants in the state. The affected part was the Gayawa village environs of the Ungogo... Read More

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October 5, 2013

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Boko Haram: Troops intensify search for alleged local financier

by ‘Jola Sotubo The efforts to nip the terror of Boko Haram in the bud are heating up as security troops are reportedly hot on the trail of a businessman suspected of providing the finances for the activities of the sect members. The move is part of the crackdown currently going on in Borno and... Read More

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September 18, 2013

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#InCaseYouMissedIt: FG deploys troops to Nasarawa after Ombatse cult attack

by Oge Okonkwo The Federal Government has ordered an immediate deployment of troops to Nasarawa State, as members of the dreaded Ombatse ethnic militia continue to threaten the peace and security in the state. The deployment was announced by the Director of Army Public Relations, Ibrahim Attahiru, at a briefing on Wednesday, saying the troops would be deployed... Read More

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May 15, 2013

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State of Emergency: Troops, fighter jets deployed to restive northeast

by Isi Esene Following the enactment of an emergency situation in three states in Nigeria including Yobe, Adamawa and Borno by President Goodluck Jonathan yesterday, the military has undertaken a massive deploymentof troops to the region today. Reports say the military has also deployed fighter jets to the affected areas in a bid to wrest... Read More

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January 25, 2013

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John Campbell: Is the upsurge in violence in Northern Nigeria connected to Mali?

by John Campbell As for the attempted assassination, the emir of Kano has become a controversial figure. He is a potential target from a number of different quarters. High profile, violent killings have taken place in northern Nigeria at the same time as the French intervention in Mali. On January 19, the emir of Kano... Read More

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January 21, 2013

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Analysis: Seriously, what are Nigeria’s soldiers doing in Mali?

by Sylvester Awenlimobor With Nigeria currently facing a seemingly unending war against Islamic militants in the North, there is a fear that with its military personnel a bit decimated… the Malian militant groups on Nigerian soil are a big threat. Mali is at war, and as it is with most wars on West African soil,... Read More

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January 19, 2013

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Here we go again: Explosion in Kogi kills 2 soldiers

by Vincent Ehiabhi An IED has killed two soldiers and injured five others, Saturday in Okene, Kogi state. An army spokesman added that they were part of the contingent set to be deployed to Mali. Major General Bola Koleoso said that the soldiers were among the troops being prepared for deployment in Mali as part... Read More

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January 17, 2013

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Mali conflict: Nigerian troops lead West African contingent

France has increased its troop strength in Mali to 1,400 to help fight militant Islamists in the north, the French defence minister has said. Close to 200 Nigerian troops are also due to arrive in Mali to join the military campaign. In Brussels, the EU foreign ministers agreed to press ahead with sending a team... Read More

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August 2, 2012

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Fear grips Kano residents as police defuse explosive devices

by Isi Esene There was panic in Kano yesterday with the discovery of several high-calibre Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) behind a popular bakery along Rijiyar Zaki quarters of the northern state. The news of the discovery and the movement of troops towards the area further fuelled the panic with many residents scampering for safety. Deputy... Read More

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Mustapha Atiku Abubakar: The flaws in Gov. Nyako’s dangerous memo

Explosions, shooting in Kano as troops and militants clash

Boko Haram: Troops intensify search for alleged local financier

#InCaseYouMissedIt: FG deploys troops to Nasarawa after Ombatse cult attack

State of Emergency: Troops, fighter jets deployed to restive northeast

John Campbell: Is the upsurge in violence in Northern Nigeria connected to Mali?

Analysis: Seriously, what are Nigeria’s soldiers doing in Mali?

Here we go again: Explosion in Kogi kills 2 soldiers

Mali conflict: Nigerian troops lead West African contingent

Fear grips Kano residents as police defuse explosive devices

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