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Family of Ex-ISWAP Finance Official Surrenders to Nigerian Military
The wife and 11-year-old son of a surrendered ISWAP finance commander have turned themselves in to Nigerian military forces in Borno State following directives from the husband.
Family of high-ranking ISWAP finance official turns themselves in to Nigerian forces in Borno
The wife and 11-year-old son of a captured ISWAP finance chief have surrendered to Nigerian military troops in Borno State following the commander's earlier defection.
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.
Military official clarifies death toll in Maiduguri-Dikwa road ambush
A senior military source has confirmed that only two soldiers died in a recent IED attack near Dikwa, correcting online reports that erroneously cited eight deaths.
Iraqi officials claim no prior knowledge or authorization of joint US-Saudi military strikes
Iraqi authorities have refuted claims that they coordinated with US and Saudi forces regarding deadly airstrikes conducted against militia targets on Iraqi soil.
US military launches major offensive against Iran following missile strikes
The U.S. military has launched extensive strikes against Iranian targets in retaliation for missile attacks against American forces, as tensions spike across the Middle East.
Tinubu clarifies stance on refusing negotiations during Oriire kidnapping crisis
President Tinubu explains that deep knowledge of local terrain and a firm refusal to pay ransom led to the successful rescue of pupils and teachers in Oyo State.
INEC Chairman Amupitan Affirms Commission Neutrality for 2027 Polls
INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan has stated that the electoral commission remains neutral regarding the 2027 general elections, urging the Nigerian military to maintain similar impartiality.