The troops repelled three separate terrorist attacks on Borno communities. The attacks happened on Tuesday. Troops neutralised 18 insurgents during a raid on their camp and killed five more during a separate encounter. Eko Hot Blog reports that troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled three attacks by the Islamic State of West African Province … Read more
The soldier and the policeman were filmed exchanging blows on Wednesday. The soldier was on a passenger bus that was stopped by the police on Wednesday. The police spokesman in Lagos said the altercation started after a policeman on duty stopped the bus from driving against traffic. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State … Read more
The arrest was made by troops of ‘Exercise Still Water’ The army said its operatives made the arrests based on an intelligence report. It clarified that the suspects we were not connected to the recent unrest in Ojota. Eko Hot Blog reports that the troops of ‘Exercise Still Water’ of the Nigerian Army have arrested … Read more
Sanwo-Olu has charged security agents to ensure crime-free celebrations during the yuletide season. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has charged the Nigerian Police and other security personnel in the state to work towards a crime-free yuletide season for residents by keeping the state safe during the festive season and … Read more
The Nigerian army has been accused of killing Children of Boko-Haram terrorists. EKO HOT BLOG reports that an international news agency, Reuters, has accused the Nigerian Army of killing children fathered by Boko Haram terrorists. In an investigation published on Monday, Reuters claimed that top army commanders allegedly ordered soldiers to kill children born to … Read more
13 Officers will be punished by the Nigerian army for posting their wedding pictures online. EKO HOT BLOG reports that over thirteen officers of the Nigerian Army have been listed for punishment for violating military rules on the occasion of their wedding ceremonies. The Nigerian Army’s disciplinary action was made public in a document seen … Read more
Lagos State Government has approved the creation of new units under the Neighborhood Safety Agency. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved the establishment of the units as part of efforts to improve the security architecture of the state. EDITOR’S PICKS Alake: How US Embassy Exonerated Tinubu From Criminal Allegations LAMATA Suspends … Read more
Soldiers have nabbed a top bandits’ commander and killed eight others in a fresh raid in Niger State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeran Army on Sunday said Military men alongside the Air force have killed eight bandits who were trying to attack the New Bussa Borgu local government area of Niger state. EDITOR’S … Read more
The Nigerian Army has started coordinating security operations in several areas of Kwara State. Eko Hot Blog reports that according to security sources, the Nigerian Army has intensified a security sweep amid threats to prevent any security breaches in any region of the state. EDITORS PICKS Buhari Commissions Pinnacle’s Petroleum Offtake Facility, Lekki Kwara Won’t … Read more
Since the Nigerian Air Force and Army operatives invaded the Rumuekpe Community in the Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State, there is a tangible sense of panic there. Eko Hot Blog reports that a mixture of military personnel entered Nvakohia Village in Rumuekpe and began shooting randomly, according to information gathered. EDITORS PICK JUST IN: … Read more
The Nigerian Army shooting range bullets have hit two individuals in Ibadan Eko Hot Blog reports that several neighborhoods around the 2Division Nigeria Army at Odogbo in Ibadan are in a state of chaos after two people were shot by stray gunshots from the barracks’ shooting range. EDITOR’S PICK Lagos Court Remands Six Men … Read more
The 34 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Obinze in Owerri, has said it will begin its annual range classification exercise. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Army has advised Imo residents to keep off the range area for its Range Classification Exercise slated for September 5-9. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: A’Court Reinstates Oborevwori … Read more
Army and Police have raided the residence of the Biafra group leader in Cross River State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a special patrol team, comprising the Police and Army on Friday morning raided the residence of the Deputy Leader of the Biafra Nations League (BnL), Ebuta Takon in Ikom, Cross River State. … Read more
Nigerian Army Has Revealed Why Over 200 Soilders Withdrew From Military EKO HOT BLOG reports that The Nigerian Army has broken its silence on the retirement of some soldiers. An online platform had reported that 234 soldiers withdrew from the army due to corruption, low morale, among other factors. EDITOR’S PICK Bandits Reportedly … Read more
Modi Tafjid has been killed by Nigerian Army EKO HOT BLOG reports that troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralised Modu Tafjid, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Specialist for the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: NLC Petitions Buhari, Demands Immediate Investigation Of State Govs BREAKING: Prominent APC Senatorial Candidate … Read more
The Nigerian Army has neutralized 60 terrorists, arrested 120 and rescued 3 Chibok girls in Borno. During the operation, the troops recovered 13 bundles of women’s wrappers, 20 yards of black cotton, women’s underwear and 25 pairs of rubber shoes among others… EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Joint Military Taskforce in the North-East named, … Read more
Army Reshuffles Leadership, Appoints New Commanders As Terrorists Intensify Attacks. This is also coming after the President Muhammadu Buhari had on Thursday, met with the security chiefs in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: ‘Obey UN Decision, Release Nnamdi Kanu’ — Ohanaeze Tells Buhari JUST IN: Lawmakers Move To Impeach Buhari Over Worsening Insecurity BREAKING: NLC … Read more
Tension In Osogbo As Army, Thugs Clash Over Asiri Eniba Arrest. Armed thugs exchanged bullets with the Army… EDITOR’S PICK Obi Reacts To Tinubu’s Labourers’ Comment, Says ‘There’s Dignity In Labour’ BREAKING: IGP Bans Use Of Spy Number Plates Nationwide [See Why] Tinubu/Shettima: 3 Top APC Members Who Quit Party Over Muslim-Muslim Ticket EKO HOT … Read more
Mamu disclosed that the seven released hostages have been handed over to the military and that they were in their way to Kaduna Among the freed passengers according to Mamu, include the son of the Chairman of Northern Elders Forum, Professor Ango Abdullahi… EDITOR’S PICK Scores Killed As NAF Airstrikes Targeting Bandits ‘Mistakenly’ Hit Civilians … Read more
Nigerian Army gun down several ISWAP terrorists …the troops also seized one guntruck, two civilian Hilux vehicles, and arms. EDITOR’S PICK Gunmen Kidnap Catholic Priest In Kogi JUST IN: Troops Eliminate Scores Of ‘Unknown Gunmen’ In Anambra [PHOTOS] BREAKING: Most Wanted Terrorist ‘Ummate Ma’ Killed In Borno In A Deadly Rival Clash [PHOTO] EKO HOT … Read more