Category: Security

The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare of the Nigerian Armed Forces as Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima led activities marking the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) at the Cenotaph of the Unknown Soldier, Eagle Square, Abuja. VP Shettima represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who was absent from the ceremony due to his participation in the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026 in the United Arab Emirates. Organised annually by the Ministry of Defence, the Armed Forces Remembrance Day honoured officers and…

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has intensified efforts to enhance airpower effectiveness and joint force integration in the North East with an operational assessment visit by the Commandant of the Air Warfare and Doctrine Centre (AWDC), Air Vice Marshal Ibrahim Jibia, to the Headquarters of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), in Maiduguri. The visit was aimed at interfacing with aircrew deployed in the theatre and engaging the Theatre Commander as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen mission-oriented training and integrated operations. Air Vice Marshal Jibia…

The Nigerian Army has commenced the construction of an additional training depot at Amasiri-Edda in Afikpo and Edda Local Government Areas of Ebonyi State, as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture and expand military training capacity nationwide. The groundbreaking ceremony, held on Tuesday, 13 January 2026, was performed by the Executive Governor of Ebonyi State, Dr (Builder) Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru. The project followed a directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, aimed at ensuring equitable distribution of military infrastructure across the country. Governor Nwifuru…

The Federal Government has honoured serving personnel and veterans of the Nigerian Army for gallantry, sacrifice, innovation and exemplary leadership at the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) Awards Ceremony in Abuja. The awards were presented on Tuesday at the AFCRD Gala Night held at the Banquet Hall, State House, where senior military officers, veterans and government officials gathered to celebrate outstanding service to the nation. Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, was among the top recipients, received the Service and Sacrifice Award for his…

The United States has delivered a new batch of military supplies to Nigerian security agencies, reinforcing ongoing efforts to combat terrorism, banditry, and other security threats across the country. The delivery was confirmed on Tuesday by the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) via a post on X (formerly Twitter), which disclosed that the consignment was handed over to Nigerian authorities in Abuja. “US forces delivered critical military supplies to our Nigerian partners in Abuja. This delivery supports Nigeria’s ongoing operations and emphasizes our shared security partnership,” AFRICOM stated. The latest…

AFCRD 2026: CDS Oluyede honours fallen heroes, reaffirms Armed Forces’ resolve to defend Nigeria The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General O.O Oluyede, has paid glowing tribute to fallen Nigerian military personnel while reaffirming the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and democracy. General Oluyede made this known in a goodwill message to mark the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) 2026, a solemn annual event dedicated to honouring the sacrifices of serving and fallen members of the Armed Forces. Describing the occasion as…

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have sustained intense offensive operations against Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists across Borno State, recording significant successes through clearance operations, fighting patrols and blocking actions. The renewed offensives have resulted in the neutralisation of terrorists, destruction of enclaves and the surrender of several fighters. According to a statement issued on Sunday by the Media Information Officer of Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, sustained pressure under Operation DESERT SANITY V along the Azir–Wajiroko axis on 10 January…

The Nigerian Army has refuted claims that the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, raised alarm over alleged rising cases of pipeline vandalism during his recent operational visit to the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. In a statement issued on 11 January 2025 by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Army described the report credited to Sahara Reporters and titled “Nigerian Army Chief Raises Alarm over Rising Pipeline Vandalism in Niger Delta” as misleading, malicious and a…

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Sunday joined the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General OO Oluyede, other Service Chiefs and well-meaning Nigerians at an Interdenominational Church Service held in Abuja as part of activities marking the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) 2026. The solemn service, which focused on thanksgiving, prayers and reflection, was organised in honour of fallen Nigerian military personnel who paid the supreme sacrifice in defence of the nation’s sovereignty and unity, while also seeking divine guidance and protection for…