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Boko Haram: Defeated, depleted or what exactly?

by Alexander O. Onukwue On BBC Hardtalk, Nigeria’s Army chief employed a technical dodge to backtrack on the Army’s claim in 2016 that it had defeated Boko Haram. “I don’t…

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Buratai extends deadline for capture of Boko Haram leader, Shekau

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai has extended his 40-day deadline to troops to capture Abubakar Shekau,  leader of terrorist group, Boko Haram. His initial deadline to Theatre Commander,…

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[The Injustice Blog] Buratai’s men on the prowl again

Officers of the Nigerian Army belonging to the  34 Artillery Brigade Owerri acting on the instructions of the Imo State government on Saturday, August 26, 2017, injured many shop owners…

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Boko Haram activities have cost North-East $9bn – Buratai

Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, has said the North-East has lost $9bn to the activities of terrorist group, Boko Haram. Buratai said this in Lagos while delivering…

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Go into forests and wipe out Boko Haram insurgents | Buratai tells troops

Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai has urged troops to advance into forests and wipe out remnants of Boko Haram terrorists. Buratai gave the charge on Tuesday in Bama, after…

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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 5th of August

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Boko Haram will forever remain technically defeated – Buratai

The Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai has said that the Boko Haram insurgents will forever remain technically defeated. He made this known while speaking in Damaturu the…

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Army Chief, Buratai begins training with troops in Yobe

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen. Tukur Buratai, yesterday met with troops of 27 Task Force Brigade, Buni/Yadi, Yobe and launched special training with troops of the Nigerian Army…

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Continue the fight, no rest yet, Buratai tells troops in the North East

Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai has urged Nigerian troops in the North-East not to relent, as the war has not ended. According to him, there are more tasks to…

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Service Chiefs arrive Maiduguri following Osinbajo’s order

A few Service Chiefs are currently in Maiduguri, Borno, following the order of Acting President Yemi Osinbajo that they should relocate to the state. At a meeting last Thursday, the acting…

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Osinbajo orders Service Chiefs to relocate to Maiduguri

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has directed the Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai and the Chief of Air Staff, Sadique Abubakar to relocate to Maiduguri, Borno state capital, with immediate…

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The YNaija Cover this morning – the 22nd of July

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Capture Shekau within 40 days | Buratai orders troops

Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai has given troops a 40-day ultimatum to capture Abubakar Shekau, leader of terrorist group, Boko Haram. According to a statement by Army Spokesman, Sani…

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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 15th of July

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My family invested in Dubai property before I was army chief – Buratai

Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai has said his family invested in properties in Dubai in 2013 before he was appointed. Buratai said this on Tuesday when he…

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Army didn’t make the decision to swap terrorists for Chibok girls – Buratai

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai on Tuesday said the decision to swap Boko Haram prisoners with Chibok girls was not a military decision. Buratai said this…

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The YNaija Tracklist: Melaye’s recall process is a waste of time – Saraki | Senate is confused, it wants to be co-executive with the presidency | More stories

From the papers this morning - a tracklist. Nigeria is an artificial creation, it can blow up at any time – Agbakoba - YNaija Melaye’s recall process is a waste…

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Female IDPs demand independent panel on alleged sexual abuse

Internally Displaced Persons in Bama, Falori and Banking camps have called for an independent investigation into alleged sexual abuse against them by soldiers and civilian JTF members. The women had…

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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. Aisha Buhari returns from London, says President is recuperating  Wife of the President, Aisha Buhari on Tuesday morning returned from…

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The YNaija Tracklist: Aisha Buhari returns from London, says President is recuperating | NJC must suspend ‘corrupt’ judges again – Presidency | More stories

From the papers this morning - a tracklist. Aisha Buhari returns from London, says President is recuperating - YNaija We have no association with APDA – PDP - YNaija Buratai…

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Buratai orders probe of alleged sexual assault in Bama IDP camp

Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai has ordered investigation into alleged sexual abuse of female internally displaced persons (IDP) in Bama camp, Borno State. The women in the camp had…

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Buratai establishes new army unit in Buhari’s hometown, Daura

by Azeez Adeniyi Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai on Friday established a forward operation base in Daura, Katsina State. The base was named Muhammadu Buhari base. Director, Army Public…

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Buratai’s warning: Nigerians will defend democracy – APC

by Azeez Adeniyi The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Thursday said Nigerians will resist possible attempt to topple the government of President Muhammadu Buhari. National Publicity Secretary of the APC,…

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The YNaija Tracklist: I will sign 2017 budget when I am satisfied with it – Osinbajo | Stop allocating soldiers to politicians, Wike tells Buratai | More stories

From the papers this morning - a tracklist. Suicide bomber attacks military checkpoint, injures two soldiers - YNaija 30-year-old Nigerians will soon be able to run for President – Dogara…

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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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How my experience in Bangladesh helped in fight against Boko Haram – Buratai

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai has said the lessons he learnt from the Bangladesh National Defence had been very useful in fighting terrorism in the North East.…

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Stop unprofessional use of social media, Army tells officers

by Azeez Adeniyi The Nigerian Army has expressed displeasure over the use of social media to disclose classified information by some soldiers. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur…

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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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