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Northern Senators Decry Recent Violence in Benue and Kaduna, Support Federal Security Initiatives
Northern senators have denounced recent deadly attacks in Benue and Kaduna states while endorsing the federal government's plan to expand the Nigerian Army to combat insecurity.
Nigerian Army appoints new commanders as four additional divisions are activated
The Nigerian Army has appointed new commanders for four newly established divisions and three brigades to improve national security, following presidential approval to expand the force structure.
Nigerian Army shuts down unauthorized oil facility in Lagos, apprehends six individuals
Troops from the 65 Battalion raided an illegal bunkering site in Lagos, leading to the arrest of six suspects and the seizure of equipment used for oil theft.
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.
Chief of Army Staff Assigns Commanders to Newly Formed Army Divisions
Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu has appointed new GOCs to lead four newly created Nigerian Army divisions, following President Tinubu's approval to expand the force's operational structure.
New GOCs Assigned to Nigerian Army’s Recently Created Divisions
The Nigerian Army has designated new leadership for four newly formed divisions to enhance national security, alongside the activation of three new brigades.
Trio of ISWAP militants give themselves up to Nigerian military in Borno
Three ISWAP militants surrendered to the Nigerian Army in Borno State, citing the relentless military pressure as their primary reason for leaving the group.
Edo NDLEA Seizes 1,359kg of Cannabis and Arrests Two Men
Edo State NDLEA officials, supported by the Nigerian Army, confiscated over 1,359kg of cannabis from a residential warehouse and arrested two suspects.
Edo NDLEA and Army seize 1,359kg of cannabis from residential storage site
A joint operation by the NDLEA and Nigerian Army in Edo State led to the discovery of 1,359kg of cannabis hidden in a private residential bungalow and the arrest of two suspects.
Nigerian Army Colonel Fatally Shot in Abuja Home Invasion
A Nigerian Army colonel, Abdussalam Ude, has been killed by gunmen during a home invasion in Abuja, leaving three family members and staff injured.