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ISWAP affiliates turn themselves in to military forces in Borno
A woman and her child associated with ISWAP have surrendered to Nigerian troops in the Bama area of Borno State.
Military activity triggers increased security near Niger’s Presidential Palace
Heightened security measures surround the Presidential Palace in Niamey following reported pushback from soldiers regarding deployment to the insecure Tillabéri region.
Unrest reported in Niger as Presidential Guard secures state buildings
Security has been heightened around the Presidential Palace in Niamey after soldiers reportedly protested against inadequate equipment for front-line deployment in the Tillabéri region.
Army Chief: Regional Instability Fuels Nigeria’s Security Crisis
Chief of Army Staff Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede identified regional instability in the Sahel and Lake Chad as major contributors to Nigeria's complex security environment.
Borno Military Mission Frees Six Kidnapped Victims and Seizes Ammunition
Military forces in Borno State have rescued four adults and two infants from captivity, while also recovering abandoned ammunition during a strategic operation.
Suspected roadside bomb kills three Nigerian soldiers in Borgu
Three Nigerian soldiers died and others sustained injuries when their vehicle triggered an improvised explosive device near Babanna in Niger State.
NADCEL 2026: Army Chief Vows Readiness to Tackle Modern Security Challenges
Chief of Army Staff Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu reaffirmed the Nigerian Army's commitment to tackling evolving security threats through technology, innovation, and strategic collaboration during the 2026 NADCEL lecture.
Ukrainian forces strike major Russian oil facility in St Petersburg
Ukrainian military forces have successfully targeted a major oil terminal in St Petersburg and refuted claims that the town of Kostyantynivka has fallen under Russian control.
Operation WHIRL STROKE kills suspect involved in former Benue SSG attack
Military forces have killed a suspected militant involved in the fatal shooting of former Benue SSG Professor David Salifu following an intelligence-led operation in Ukum Local Government Area.
Military Operations: 10 Victims Freed, Seven Suspects Detained, One Terrorist Killed
Nigerian military forces rescued 10 kidnap victims and neutralized one terrorist during a week of nationwide operations ending July 3, 2026, as confirmed by the Defence Headquarters.