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Counter-terrorism
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Military Forces Neutralize Explosives on Borno Road
Military personnel in Borno State safely detonated two IEDs discovered on the Gwoza-Wala road, preventing potential harm to civilians and security forces.
August 3, 2026
Military forces apprehend suspected Boko Haram accomplice in Borno state
Operation HADIN KAI troops have captured a 21-year-old suspected terrorist collaborator, Abur Mallam Shuaibu, in Magumeri, Borno State.
August 2, 2026
Nigerian Army Secures 34 Captives and Captures ISWAP Operatives in Nationwide Sweep
Nigerian troops successfully rescued 34 kidnap victims and apprehended multiple terror suspects during widespread operations that also saw the recovery of diverse weapons and ammunition.
August 2, 2026
Nigeria Police Force Enhances Anti-Terrorism Investigative Capabilities
The Nigeria Police Force has enhanced its counter-terrorism investigative skills following a UN-backed training program for officers in Morocco.
August 1, 2026
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.
July 31, 2026
Operation Safe Corridor: Evaluating Nigeria’s Reintegration Strategy
Nigeria's Operation Safe Corridor program faces ongoing scrutiny as experts weigh the balance between the rehabilitation of former insurgents and the urgent need for justice for victims.
July 30, 2026
ISWAP operations falter amid internal conflict as troops escalate offensive
Military forces are exploiting internal divisions within ISWAP by launching targeted operations to track fleeing fighters and prevent them from regrouping in the Lake Chad region.
July 30, 2026
Major General Mutkut Tasks Northeast Soldiers to Sustain Offensive Against Terrorists
Major General Godwin Mutkut has directed Nigerian Army troops in the North-East to maintain an aggressive offensive against terrorists while upholding strict discipline and professionalism.
July 30, 2026
Nigerian Army Receives Continental Recognition for Counter-Terrorism Excellence
African Security Watch has named the Nigerian Army the best in Africa for counter-terrorism, citing its strategic operations and commitment to regional stability.
July 29, 2026
Nigerian Army apprehends two alleged ISWAP affiliates in Borno
Nigerian troops arrested two men in Borno State suspected of supporting Boko Haram and ISWAP as part of an intelligence-led operation.
July 29, 2026