CDS Defends Sokoto Airstrike on Terrorists Military to Investigate Civilian Casualties General Musa Appeals to Civilians to Avoid Criminals The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, reiterated on Thursday that the military’s recent airstrike in Sokoto State targeted only terrorists and criminals, dismissing claims that civilians were harmed in the operation. Speaking during his … Read more
The Nigerian Air Force component of Operation Hadin Kai has struck a gathering of ISWAP terrorists at Kaula in Borno, killing several insurgents. This was made known by Zagazola Makama, a Lake Chad Basin counterterrorism and insurgency expert, via a post on his X handle on Wednesday. Makama said intelligence sources informed him that the … Read more
The federal government is set to bolster the Nigerian Air Force’s (NAF) capabilities by acquiring 34 new fighter jets to enhance its fight against bandits, terrorists, and other criminal elements. This was revealed in a statement issued on Sunday by the NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Olusola Akinboyewa. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
Nigerian Army troops arrested two notorious terrorists in Taraba State after a fierce shootout and recovered two motorcycles; suspects are undergoing interrogation. Eko Hot Blog reports that troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke have arrested two notorious terrorists after a fierce shootout in Geshi Village, Damisa Ward, Donga … Read more
Hundreds of inmates, including terrorists and criminals, escaped Koutoukalé prison near Niamey, Niger Republic, after a violent breakout involving gunshots and explosions. Eko Hot Blog reports that hundreds of terrorists, criminals, and drug traffickers have reportedly escaped from the Koutoukalé prison, located near the capital city of Niamey, in the Niger Republic. The incident, which … 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 President Bola Tinubu has condemned the kidnap of female Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Borno and students in Kaduna State. This online media platform gathered that bandits, on Thursday, attacked the Government Secondary School and LEA primary school in Kuriga, Kaduna State, whisking away no fewer than 280 students, pupils and … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that communities in Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue State were invaded by gunmen suspected to be bandits on Thursday, resulting in the loss of 16 lives. This online media platform reports that this development occurred just within the past 24 hours following attacks by rival militia groups on the Gbagir … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Government has bought 12 AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters and other military arms to bolster the military capabilities of the West African powerhouse. The United States Department of Defense made this known in an article published on Thursday. The contract, valued at $1 billion, includes the state-of-the-art helicopters and … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government has warned Nigerians about the dangers inherent in getting involved in crowdfunding to raise funds for ransom payments. The Minister of Defense, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, warned on Wednesday that such practices would worsen the situation and encourage the criminals to make demands after kidnapping their victims as … Read more
The Defence Headquarters reported significant achievements in the last week, with troops neutralizing 86 terrorists. The military concentrated efforts on striking terrorists’ enclaves through air attacks and deploying superior power in areas where terrorists were hiding. Notable successes were achieved in different regions, such as the North West. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Defence … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a statement released in Abuja on Sunday, the Director of Public Relations and Information for the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, announced that a significant number of terrorist elements were neutralized in Tsauni Doka, located in the Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that gunmen suspected to be bandit terrorists on Saturday night attacked the Federal University Gusau, Zamfara State, Northwest Nigeria. It was gathered that a gun battle ensued between the terrorists and Nigerian military personnel at the Federal University. Speaking to SaharaReporters, some students confirmed the attack, adding that the terrorists had, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that 151 terrorists have been killed and 456 arrested by troops of Operation Hadin Kai in the North East region of the country. Editor’s Pick BREAKING: Tinubu Meets Service Chiefs Over Farm-herder Clashes Councillors Impeach Ogun LG Chairman Who Accused Gov Abiodun Of Fund Diversion Mohbad’s Petition To Police Against Sam … 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 a suspected Boko Haram terrorist, on Sunday night, invaded the residence of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, in Yola, the Adamawa State capital. In a series of tweets via his verified Twitter page on Monday morning, a former presidential aide, Reno Omokri claimed that the invasion was a threat to … Read more
Several residents of the Birnin-Gwari community were abducted by fleeing terrorists. According to reports the terrorists were feeling form neighbouring Zamfara state. The chairman of the Birnin-Gwari Local Government Council warned residents to limit their movements within the entire Birnin-Gwari Emirate. EKO HOT BLOG reports that locals in Birnin-Gwari town in Kaduna State have reported … Read more
Troops have wiped out scores of terrorists and recovered heavy weapons in Lake Chad. EKO HOT BLOG reports that troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) nicknamed Operation Harbin Zuma, have eliminated scores of ISWAP/Boko Haram terrorists in the Lake Chad Basin region. The success followed an increased offensive by the troops o the … Read more
The Defence headquarters announces its readiness to tackle threats of attacks during the May 29 handover ceremony. Nigerian troops have eliminated 53 criminals and arrested 269 in the last two weeks, including terrorist collaborators, oil thieves, and criminal herdsmen. In addition, more than 125 abductees have been rescued by Nigerian troops in fighting raids. EKO … Read more
By Bernard Joseph In the quiet town of Chibok, an ominous shadow loomed overhead as a group of militants from the dreaded terrorist organization Boko Haram descended upon a school on the 14th day of April in the year 2014. In a swift and violent assault, 276 young girls, brimming with hope and ambition, were … Read more