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Nigerian military apprehends three suspects over soldier’s murder and weapons theft
Nigerian troops arrested three suspects linked to the killing of a soldier in May and successfully recovered multiple stolen military rifles during a multi-state operation.
Nigerian military experts express concern over Army expansion plan
Retired military leaders are split over the government's plan to expand the Nigerian Army, citing concerns over funding and equipment against the need for improved national security coverage.
Nigerian Navy Seizes 87,000 Litres of Illicit Diesel in Rivers State
Nigerian Navy personnel seized 87,000 litres of suspected illegally refined diesel in Rivers State during a targeted anti-oil theft operation.
The Price of Surrender: Examining the Cost Behind 124,000 Defecting Insurgents
As over 124,000 insurgents surrender in Nigeria, officials emphasize that these defections are driven by intense military pressure, while also clarifying the distinction between forced conscripts and hardcore combatants.
Nigerian Armed Forces report 102 insurgents killed and 393 abductees rescued in July
The Nigerian military reported the neutralization of 102 terrorists, the arrest of 345 suspects, and the rescue of 393 kidnap victims across various national operations during the month of July.
General Nwachukwu Advocates for Intelligence-Led Security and New Army Division in South-East
Former General Ike Nwachukwu urges South-East leaders to focus on intelligence-driven security, community trust, and regional military expansion to ensure lasting peace.
Tinubu reveals rejection of terrorist demands in Oyo school kidnapping case
President Bola Tinubu explains why the government rejected demands from kidnappers who abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State.
Ribadu: Citizen Reports Essential for Rapid Security Response
National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu urges citizens to report suspicious activities to help security agencies thwart criminal threats and reduce the impact of illegal weaponry.
Nigeria Eliminates 19,000 Illegal Weapons to Bolster National Security
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu announced that 19,000 illegal and unserviceable weapons have been destroyed to curb crime and strengthen Nigeria's security framework.
Nigeria eliminates over 2,800 illegal weapons as government intensifies crackdown on arms trafficking
The Nigerian government has destroyed 2,809 illegal weapons in an effort to curb rising insecurity, with officials vowing to dismantle trafficking networks through enhanced intelligence and inter-agency cooperation.