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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.
Defence Headquarters Confirms 200 US Military Personnel Remain in Nigeria
Nigeria's Defence Headquarters clarifies that 200 US military personnel remain in the country for joint intelligence and training, distinguishing them from units recently withdrawn after completing a specific mission in the Lake Chad Basin.
Satellite Imagery Reveals Scale of Damage at Iranian Military and Nuclear Facilities
New high-resolution satellite imagery has unveiled significant destruction across various Iranian military and nuclear sites following the lifting of long-standing data access restrictions.
Military units secure Zamfara supply road following explosive hazard clearance
Military personnel have successfully cleared explosives from the Bagega–Anka road in Zamfara State, restoring safe passage for motorists and security forces.
Nigerian Military Thwarts Retaliatory Assault in Plateau State
Nigerian troops successfully stopped a retaliatory attack by suspected Fulani bandits in Mangu, Plateau State, after an intense firefight with no reported military casualties.
US Ends Military Deployment in Nigeria While Maintaining Security Ties
The US has ended its military deployment for joint counterterrorism in Nigeria, but officials confirm that intelligence sharing and strategic security partnerships will continue.