Nigerian Military

From Al-Qaeda Links to Niger Coup: All You Need to Know About Lakurawa Terrorist Group

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Zamfara Bandit Turji’s N30m

The Nigerian military has identified Lakurawa as a new terror group infiltrating Sokoto and Kebbi states via the Niger Republic, following the recent coup in Nigeria’s neighboring country. However, investigations by Premium Times reveal that Lakurawa, an al-Qaeda-linked organization, has been active since before last year’s coup in Niger. Last week Thursday, EKO HOT BLOG reported that … Read more

Military Alerts Public as Terrorist Groups Launch Online Recruitment Campaign

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The military has uncovered an intensified recruitment drive by terrorist groups, particularly ISWAP, using social media channels. In response, military forces have pledged to maintain their offensive operations to eliminate these threats, according to Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, in a statement on Saturday. Buba highlighted that recent air and ground … Read more

Taoreed Lagbaja: Family Regrets Military Career Amid Shocking Allegations Over COAS Death

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Pa Tajudeen Lagbaja, the head of the family of the late Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, has expressed deep regret over helping his late relative obtain the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) form, saying that had he known the military career would end so tragically, he would not have facilitated the process. … Read more

BREAKING: DHQ Declares Nine Terrorism Suspects Wanted in Northeast

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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

Military Neutralizes 481 Terrorists, Arrests 741 Suspects In 1 Month -DHQ

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The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), says its troops have eliminated 481 terrorists, apprehended 741 suspects and rescued 492 kidnapped hostages in different operations across the country in the month of October. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, made this known while briefing newsmen on the operations of the military on Thursday in Abuja. … Read more

Troops Neutralise Over 187 Terrorists, Arrest 262 Suspects In 1 Week -DHQ

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The Defence Headquarters, DHQ, says Nigerian troops have killed at least 187 terrorists, arrested 262 suspects and rescued 147 kidnapped hostages in different operations across the country in the last one week. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, stated this while giving updates on the operations of the armed forces in a … Read more

Military Destroys 65 Illegal Refining Sites In 1 Week – DHQ

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The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has disclosed that troops of Operation Delta Safe destroyed 65 illegal refining sites across the Niger Delta region in the last week. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, revealed this on Thursday in Abuja while briefing newsmen on the operations of the armed forces. EDITOR’S PICK: Alleged N27bn … Read more

Boko Haram Was Defeated Under Jonathan, Service Chiefs Fail to Track Down Turji – Ndume

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Senator Ali Ndume, representing Southern Borno, has credited former President Goodluck Jonathan for effectively combating the Boko Haram insurgency in the final months of his administration by engaging Private Military Consultants (PMCs). Speaking at the 10th Senate retreat on reviewing the 1999 constitution in Kano, Ndume emphasized the significant impact of this approach. He explained … Read more

Notorious Terrorist, Bochu Abacha Surrenders to MNJTF in Borno

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A notorious Boko Haram terrorist, Bochu Abacha, has surrendered to troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) stationed in Kukawa Local Government Area, Borno State. In a statement released on Saturday, Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, the MNJTF Information Officer, confirmed that Abacha admitted to participating in numerous operations linked to Boko Haram and the … Read more

Nigerian Military Neutralises 1,937 Terrorists, Apprehends 2,782 Suspects In Q3 – DHQ

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Nigeria Ranked Terrorism

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says that troops have eliminated 1,937 terrorists, apprehended 2,782 others and rescued 1,854 kidnapped hostages in different operations during the third quarter. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, made this known while briefing newsmen on the operations of the armed forces, on Thursday in Abuja. Buba said the … Read more

Troops Kill 3 Terrorists In Ambush, Recover Arms, Rescue Hostages

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Nigeria Ranked Terrorism

Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully ambushed and killed more terrorists, and recovered weapons and logistics. The Army, in a statement on its social media platform, said troops on a sting operation in Kaduna State, acting on credible intelligence, intercepted terrorists attempting to cross from Alawa Forest in Niger State to Birnin Gwari in … Read more

Plateau: Troops Nab Notorious Gunrunners, Recover Weapons

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The Nigerian military says its troops of Operation Safe Haven, OPSH, have arrested five notorious gunrunners and recovered arms and ammunition in an intelligence-driven operation carried out in Plateau State. The Military Public Information Officer, Operation Safe Haven, Major Stephen Zhakom, disclosed this on Tuesday. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In … Read more

Full List of Notorious Bandits Leaders Killed By Nigerian Military

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Northern Nigeria, especially the North-West region, is facing a surge in violence linked to local militias, commonly referred to as “bandits.” The conflict, which began in 2011 due to clashes between Hausa farmers and Fulani pastoralists, has intensified in recent years, particularly affecting the states of Zamfara, Kaduna, and Katsina. These bandits have spread fear … Read more

NAF Super Tucano Jets Eliminate 30 Terrorist, Prevent Attack on DSS Assets in Niger

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The Nigerian military successfully thwarted a terrorist plot to destroy Department of State Services (DSS) assets in Niger State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the operation was led by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), which deployed Super Tucano fighter jets to conduct airstrikes, eliminating dozens of insurgents. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By … Read more

Terrorism: Bello Turji’s Capture Is Imminent –CDS Musa Assures

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The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, has vowed to ensure that the notorious terrorist and bandit leader, Bello Turji is captured soon.   Musa gave the assurance while briefing newsmen on the operations of the military across the country on Tuesday in Abuja, saying Turji’s capture is imminent. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly … Read more

Insurgency: Troops Neutralise 152 Terrorists, Arrest 109 Others

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The Nigerian military has eliminated 152 terrorists, arrested 109 suspects, and rescued 91 kidnapped hostages in addition to the recovery of a cache of arms and other items. This is contained in the latest weekly report from the Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba. EDITORS PICK: Maduro Grounded: US Confiscates Presidential Plane Melania’s … Read more

Troops Arrest 2 Suspected Terrorists’ Suppliers In Borno

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Troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force, MNJTF, have arrested two suspects for allegedly supplying illicit drugs to the Boko Haram and Islamic State of West African Province (ISWAP) insurgents in Lake Chad region. The suspects were also alleged to be supplying uniforms and flag materials to the insurgents. This contained in a statement by … Read more

Troops Neutralize Terrorists, Arrest Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Arms

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Nigeria Ranked Terrorism

Troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralized terrorists, arrested suspected kidnappers of retired military officer, and recovered arms/ammunition A statement on its social media platform, said the operations have dealt a blow to terrorists’ activities in the affected communities. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between … Read more

BREAKING: 20 Medical Abducted Students In Benue Regain Freedom

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Security sources late Friday confirmed that twenty medical students who were kidnapped in Benue State have been rescued. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that Security agencies including the police, DSS and military personnel and equipment were involved in the operation, with the support of the Benue State government. EDITOR’S PICKS #Endbadgovernance: Organizers Plan Another Protests In … Read more

Military Neutralizes Two Bandits, Recovers Operational Motorcycle In Zamfara

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Troops of 1 Brigade and Sector 1 Joint Task Force (North West) Operation Hadarin Daji, (OPHD), under Operation Sahel Sanity II, continue to record successes in the fight against banditry in Zamfara State.  The troops, under the directives of the Commander 1 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 1 Joint Task Force (North West) Operation Hadarin … Read more

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