In a decisive show of force, Nigerian Army troops have launched a series of successful operations against terrorist hideouts across multiple states, delivering a crippling blow to insurgents and criminal networks. The latest offensives, which took place in Borno, Katsina, Zamfara, Niger, Kwara, and Delta states, have led to the elimination of key terrorist leaders, … Read more
Troops of the 3 Division and Operation Safe Haven of the Nigerian Army have arrested two notorious kidnappers and terrorists in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. The arrest followed a sting operation carried out based on intelligence reports. Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert focused on the Lake Chad region, confirmed the development … Read more
Troops from the 3 Division of the Nigerian Army and Operation Safe Haven have arrested two notorious kidnappers and terrorists in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State. The arrests followed a well-coordinated sting operation based on intelligence reports. The military operation, known as Operation Golden Peace, took place on February 24, 2025, … Read more
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has called for a strategic partnership between the state government and the Nigerian Army to tackle crude oil theft, pipeline vandalism, and maritime crimes in the region. Governor Fubara emphasized that Rivers State, as Nigeria’s economic hub, plays a crucial role in protecting critical national infrastructure. He stressed the need … Read more
Major General Folusho Oyinlola, the newly appointed General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 3 Division of the Nigerian Army and Commander of Operation Safe Haven, has promised to remain impartial and fair in addressing the security challenges in Plateau State. He made this statement during a courtesy visit to Governor Caleb Mutfwang at the Government … Read more
In a major operation aimed at curbing banditry in Nigeria, troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have successfully dismantled a notorious bandit camp in Angwan Bala, a community in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State. The military raid, carried out on Sunday, resulted in a fierce gun battle that saw one bandit killed and 23 … Read more
The Taraba State Government has expressed profound gratitude to the Nigerian Army for its pivotal role in enhancing security across the state. The commendation came amidst growing relief from residents who have endured years of tension and insecurity. In a statement issued by government officials, the administration highlighted the significant contributions of the military in … Read more
Residents of Fakai community in Shinkafi Local Government Area, Zamfara State, have called for the establishment of a military base in their area following a successful operation against notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji. The military operation, conducted under Operation Hadarin Daji, resulted in the killing of Turji’s son and several of his foot soldiers. Local … Read more
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed that troops engaged in counter-insurgency operations in Borno State killed 34 terrorists and recovered 23 AK-47 rifles, along with over 200 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition. Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, disclosed that six soldiers lost their lives in a firefight when terrorists on motorcycles … Read more
Residents of border communities in Sokoto State have dismissed recent claims made by the Head of the Military Junta in the Niger Republic, alleging the presence of the French Army in the region. The Nigerien leader had accused Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and certain members of his administration of collaborating with the French Army to … Read more