DHQ Denies Allegations Of Paying Terrorists Monthly Allowances. The military operates a DDR framework for repentant ex-combatants after profiling. El-Rufai’s allegations had earlier been dismissed by Kaduna State and ONSA. The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed claims that the Nigerian military is paying monthly allowances or supplying food to terrorists and bandits under the guise … Read more
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has issued a wanted notice for nine individuals linked to terrorism and violent extremism in the North East of Nigeria. The individuals identified are: Abu Khadijah, Abur Rahman, Dadi Gumba, Abu Yusuf, Musa Wa’a, Usman Kanin Shehu, Ibrahim Suyeka, Ba Sulhu, and Idris Taklakse. Maj-Gen Edward Buba, the Director of Defence … Read more
The Defence Headquarters has reported the arrest of a suspected “founding father” of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and the Eastern Security Network (ESN) by Operation Udoka troops in the South-East. The announcement was made at a biweekly press briefing on Thursday, where it was revealed that the arrests occurred in Orsu, Imo State, … Read more
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has warned a former militant leader, Asari Dokubo to mind his utterances or be prepared to come to the battlefield and have a first-hand experience of how effective the Nigerian military is. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, while fielding questions from Journalists in Abuja on the … Read more
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has issued a stern warning against any actions that could lead to chaos under the guise of a nationwide protest. Eko Hot Blog gathered that Edward Buba, the director of defence media operations, during a press briefing on Thursday, stated that the “contemporary context” of the planned protest in Nigeria appears … Read more
Defence Headquarters announces death of abductors of 137 Kuriga School children during rescue operations. Military confirms rescue of pupils after coordinated operations with local authorities. DHQ spokesperson emphasizes military’s commitment to sustaining successful operational engagements, cites recent rescues in Sokoto and Kaduna States. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has said abductors of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has denied a media report that the Presidential Guards Brigade has been put on high alert over the fear of a coup attempt. The DHQ dismissed the report in a statement on Monday morning by the Acting Director of Defence Information, Brigadier Gen Tukur Gusau. Gusau also … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Thursday confirmed that 36 officers were killed in Niger State. Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba confirmed the casualties while giving update on the ambush of troops in Niger State and an evacuation helicopter that crashed on August 14, 2023. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has denied reports in certain quarters suggesting the Nigerian Military received a request to stage a coup against the democratic government in the country. DHQ in a statement on Sunday signed by the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau clarified that the Armed Forces … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that retired Nigerian military figures have cautioned against calls on the Armed Forces to usurp power from President Bola Tinubu, emphasizing the importance of democracy for the nation’s governance. In the wake of criticisms over troop welfare and fuel subsidy removal, some citizens have voiced online appeals for military intervention in … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Defence Headquarters has reportedly commenced preparations for the possible mobilisation of troops and equipment for a possible confrontation with coup leaders in the Niger Republic. This is coming amidst directives by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for troops to be on standby. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu … Read more
Air strikes have killed dozens of terrorists in two weeks, according to the DHQ. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has disclosed major breakthroughs in the military’s fight against terrorists in the northern part of the country. EDITOR’S PICKS Peter Obi Donates N5m To Support Flood Victims In Benue 11 Senators Write … Read more
The DHQ has revealed how abducted train passengers were rescued. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has said the remaining 23 hostages of the Abuja-Kaduna train attack were rescued through a non-kinetic operation. This online media gathered that 23 kidnapped train passengers regained their freedom around 4:00 pm on Wednesday after being … Read more
“The helicopter encountered an illegal oil bunkerers’ boat popularly called ‘Cotonou Boat’. The boat which was being escorted by 2 speedboats was suspected to be carrying illegally refined oil products in large drums along the Channel…” Nigerian military has denied that its chopper shot at a passenger boat along the Port Harcourt – Bonny waterway … Read more
Defence Headquarters on Sunday said a platoon of Nigerian soldiers that engaged Boko Haram fighters this weekend did not run from the insurgents. The insurgents were said to have overpowered the soldiers during an exchange of fire, forcing the troops to retreat, an action that reportedly gave the insurgents opportunity to capture a military base … Read more
Military, Insecurity The Coordinator, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. John Enenche, says the Armed Forces of Nigeria will deal with all forms of insecurity confronting the nation head-on in 2021. Enenche told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja that the military would continue to improve on its kinetic and non-kinetic operations with a view … Read more
One of the students kidnapped when armed bandits stormed a Government Science Secondary School in Kankara, Katsina State has escaped from the abductors. “Out of that 333, before I came into the studio, one escaped out of wherever they kept them,” the Coordinator of Defence Media Operations, Major General John Enenche said on a TV … Read more
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), on Monday, expressed worry over the trend of some residents in the northeast who decline to provide useful information to security agencies. Coordinator Defence Media Operations, Major-General John Enenche, while speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, said some locals weaken the military’s efforts at combating the rising spate of insecurity in … Read more
The Defence Headquarters says the Air Component of Operation Hadarin Daji eliminated scores of bandits in air raids on their camps at Birnin Kogo and Dunya forests in Katsina State. In a statement issued on Friday by the Coordinator, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. John Enenche said the air attacks were launched on Monday and Tuesday. … Read more
NOVEMBER 13, 2020 The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), on Thursday, said it would not join issues with the National Assembly over its criticism of the military-led rehabilitation and reintegration of repentant Boko Haram members into the society. The military explained that talking back at the nation’s legislative body would amount to insubordination, as the parliamentarians are … Read more