Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has reaffirmed its unwavering dedication on Saturday to facilitating the secure repatriation of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) to their original homes, emphasizing a holistic approach that extends far beyond combat operations. This pledge came from Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen. Christopher Musa during an outreach...
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Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has emphasized that the collaboration between the Nigerian military and the media is not just beneficial but a critical necessity to defeat Boko Haram, foster national unity, and safeguard democratic values. He described this partnership as a strategic cornerstone for achieving...
In 2024, global military expenditure skyrocketed to an all-time high of $2.7 trillion, driven by escalating conflicts and geopolitical tensions, according to a new report highlighted by UN Secretary-General António Guterres. Speaking at a press briefing, Guterres emphasized the imbalance in global priorities, stating, “The world is spending far...
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has extended warm greetings to officers, soldiers, ratings, airmen, and civilian staff of the Nigerian Armed Forces on the occasion of Eid el-Maulud. In a statement released by Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, Director of Defence Information, on Friday in Abuja, Musa highlighted...
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the Nigerian Armed Forces to deploy cutting-edge hardware and advanced surveillance systems in Katsina State to combat escalating bandit attacks on civilians. The directive was issued during a Tuesday evening meeting with Katsina leaders, led by Governor Dikko Radda, at the State House, as...
Nigerian military has rebranded its Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) as “Operation Ensuring Peace” to strengthen its fight against insecurity in Plateau and surrounding areas, according to the Defence Headquarters. Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, announced the change during a rebranding ceremony in Jos on Friday, as reported...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has refuted claims that notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has turned himself in to the military. During a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye, clarified, “Bello Turji has not surrendered. We are still...
Nigerian military, under the leadership of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen. Christopher Musa, has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to safeguarding Nigeria and the African continent from evolving security challenges. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, ahead of the inaugural African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit...
By HARUNA AHMED, Kaduna – Jaji Military Cantonment in Kaduna State has strongly denied allegations of demolishing civilian properties within its jurisdiction, labeling such reports as misleading attempts to discredit the military. Addressing journalists during a tour of the areas in question, Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – In a bid to provide much-needed medical care to communities affected by the insurgency in the North East, the Chief of Defense Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, in collaboration with troops of Operation Hadin Kai, has conducted a 2-day medical outreach program in Maiduguri....
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Christopher Musa has praised the remarkable progress of Operation Hadin Kai under its new leadership, spotlighting its role in restoring peace to Nigeria’s embattled North East. Speaking at the opening of a four-day Human Security and Civil-Military Cooperation...
In a daring and well-coordinated offensive, Nigerian military forces have successfully decimated a large group of terrorists fleeing Zamfara State into Niger State, following a series of precision airstrikes and a fierce ground assault. Credible defence intelligence sources confirmed to PRNigeria that the joint operation—comprising Nigerian Air Force (NAF)...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has refuted claims by Mehmet Poroy, Turkey’s Ambassador-designate to Nigeria, regarding the presence of a supposed ‘FETO Terrorist Group’ in the country. During a Thursday briefing on military operations in Abuja, Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media Operations, stated that the...
By Amos Mathew, Kaduna – Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) has signed a joint venture agreement with SP Offshore Nigeria Limited, paving the way for local manufacturing of military hardware, including weapons, ammunition, fast assault craft, drones and security vehicles. This was made known during the signing ceremony...
By HARUNA AHMED, Katsina – A joint security team comprising Police Mobile Force (PMF) operatives, military, and the Nigerian Air Force has successfully neutralised 30 bandits during a gun battle in Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State. The Katsina State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr....
Days ago, news broke that one of the most dreaded terrorists in Nigerian history, Kachalla Yellow Dan-Bokolo, met his expected end. Reports had it that he succumbed to injuries sustained after a heavy gunfight with Shinkafi Volunteer Forces, a group of arned volunteers from Zamfara state tired of the...
The Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, Alhaji Abdulmalik Sarkindaji, has strongly condemned the killing of soldiers by bandits in Kwanan Dutse and Gulbin Boka communities of Mariga Local Government Area. Alhaji Sarkindaji, who stated this while addressing newsmen on Wednesday in Minna, described the act as...
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has announced plans to deploy 800 specially trained troops to tackle the country’s growing security challenges. This move is part of the military’s efforts to build a professional and combat-ready force equipped to handle emerging threats. According to Musa, the...
President Bola Tinubu has been urged to consider hiring private military contractors (PMCs) to tackle the rising wave of terrorism and banditry in Nigeria. A former Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Alhaji Idi Farouk made the suggestion in an interview with NAN on Sunday. Alhaji Farouk suggestion...
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has reassured that the Nigerian Army will bring to justice the perpetrators of the recent killings in Benue, Plateau, and other parts of the country. Oluyede made this known during a media chat in Akure, Ondo State, where he...