The Chibok abduction in 2014 caused a stir worldwide, leading to calls for the return of the girls by global figures, including the First Lady of the United States at the time, Michelle Obama Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, on Saturday in Gwoza, received another Chibok schoolgirl who presented herself to the Nigerian Army. She … Read more
While the Nigerian Army is not interested in joining issues with anyone with respect to the enormous sacrifices made daily by our gallant troops, it is however expedient to address the weighty allegations credited to the widow. The Nigerian Army has dismissed the claim by the widow of Col. Ibrahim Sakaba, that the soldier was … Read more
Oba Makama said that the recent announcement by the Nigerian Army that over 200 insurgents surrendered with their families and weapons in Borno among other is a welcome development. A Yoruba monarch in the Aiyedire Local Government area of Osun State, Olowu of Owu-Kuta, Oba Oyelude Makama, has expressed satisfaction with the growing number of … Read more
The army also said it recovered arms and ammunition from the terrorists No fewer than 56 Boko Haram/Islamic State West Africa (ISWAP) terrorists have laid down their arms and embraced peace, the Nigerian Army has disclosed. According to army spokesperson, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, the terrorists turned themselves in after suffering casualties as a result … Read more
“The security operatives fought back, but were overwhelmed probably by the sheer number of the assailants.” No fewer than seven vigilantes have been killed by unknown gunmen suspected to be bandits following an attack on Dansadau town in the Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State, EKO HOT BLOG has gathered. It was gathered that … Read more
Scores of residents of Enugu community have fled their homes following an operation by soldiers on Friday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that residents of the Akpawfu community in Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State have fled their homes following an operation by the operatives of the Nigerian Army and other security forces. Recall … Read more
According to the police, Matol had vowed to commit suicide after killing her A student of the Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State has been killed by her lover, a Nigerian soldier, over infidelity claims. The student, Jennifer Ugadu, was in her 200 level in the university’s Faculty of Education before she was brutally shot dead … Read more
Nwachukwu said members of the public should be rest assured that details of the investigation would be made public. The Nigerian Army says it has begun a manhunt for the soldier who allegedly killed his lover, one Miss Jennifer Ugadu, an undergraduate of Niger Delta University, Ammasoma, Bayelsa. Brig.-Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu the Director, Army … Read more
“We assure the general public of our commitment to providing adequate security in the general area in collaboration with other security agencies.” EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Army has deployed troops to checkmate the activities of gunmen at Adani community in the Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State over the alleged killing … Read more
…the soldier is currently in military custody, adding that an investigation has began to ascertain the circumstances that led to the killing of the student The Nigerian Army has reacted to a viral video alleging the killing of a final year student of the University of Calabar, Gray Agbesu, on Friday 9 July 2021 by … Read more
arrangements are ongoing to build a state-of-the-art facility in the hospital for the production of prosthetics for personnel who lost their lower limbs in service to the nation. The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Faruk Yahaya has disclosed that all arrangements have been concluded for army personnel that required medical treatment abroad to be … Read more
The Nigerian Army stated that the use of electronic, mobile, and recording devices will not be allowed during the screening. The Nigerian Army has, on Thursday, directed applicants for the 81 Regular Recruits Intake 2021 to visit https://recruitment.army.mil.ng to check the list of successful candidates. The Nigerian Army gave the directive via a statement by … Read more
Boko Haram insurgents, in the early hours of Wednesday, attacked Adamawa communities and killed scores of residents. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Boko Haram terrorists on Wednesday morning invaded communities in Adamawa State, killing scores of locals. It was gathered that the Boko Haram terrorists stormed Dabna village in the Hong local Government Area, shooting … Read more
As part of efforts to combat security challenges bewildering the country, President Buhari has given a fresh directive to the Nigerian Army. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has directed the Nigerian Army to develop new strategies to fight insurgency and other emerging security threats facing the country. President Buhari gave the directive … Read more
During the operation, troops however came in contact with terrorists at Labe Village, who attempted to flee but were swiftly intercepted by the troops Joint troops of the Nigerian Army and Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) have captured two logistics suppliers to Boko Haran terrorists in Borno State. Items including one hand grenade, one axe, … Read more
The COAS congratulated the troops for the exploits and achievements so far in the country especially in quelling insurrection… The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Major-General Faruk Yahaya, has lauded troops of 82 Division of the Nigerian Army for quelling insurrection and arson within the Southeast. Maj.Gen. Yahaya said this in an address at a … Read more
“Similarly, the ground troops also engaged terrorists after air bombardments at Lamboa forest, Bula Yobe, Jabullam, Yauma Wango, Mainok and Dikwa axes where ISWAP fighters and commanders were eliminated…” EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Interim Council of the ISWAP-Boko Haram terrorists’ group, headed by one Abu Mus’ab Al-Barnawiy, has reshuffled the leadership and structures … Read more
The Nigerian Army has made new appointments. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Major General Faruk Yahaya, has approved the appointment of Principal Staff Officers (PSOs), Field Commanders and other key staff. The Director of Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, made this known via a statement on Saturday. … Read more
Adejobi stressed that Lagos State cannot afford to record a repeat of the violence that trailed the #EndSARS protest in the state. Security operatives led by the police, on Friday, began a show of force in major areas in Lagos to warn Yoruba Nation agitators against any form of rally slated to hold in the … Read more
The residents of Enugu State were thrown into panic as soldiers reportedly invaded two communities in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the residents of Enugu State were thrown into panic as operatives of the Nigerian Army reportedly invaded two communities in the Nkanu East and Nkanu West local government areas of the state. Although … Read more