Category: Security

No place for cultism, other crimes in Edo State – Gov Okpebholo declares

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Monday night, ordered heads of various security agencies in the State to make the State unsafe for criminals elements.   The Governor gave the charge while briefing newsmen at the end of an inaugural security meeting, held behind closed doors in Government House, Benin City, Edo State.   Governor Okpebholo said his administration placed a priority on security and revealed that his government is doing everything to ensure that the State is safe for every resident.   He noted that the issue of…

Tinubu, Shettima, others attend, as late COAS Lagbaja buried in Abuja amid tears, tribute

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The late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja has been laid to rest in Abuja, amid tears and tributes, ending an illustrious military career that spanned decades.   The internment took place at the National Cemetery in the nation’s capital marking an end to two days of funeral rites that began in Lagos earlier in the week.   Lagbaja’s casket, draped in Nigeria’s green and white colours, arrived at the cemetery around 3 pm in a white funeral wagon after a funeral service at the National Christian Centre…

US AFRICOM Commander visits CDS applauds Nigeria’s approach on tackling insecurity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Commander of the United states Africa Command, General Michael Langley has paid a visit to the Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa at the Defence Headquaters, Abuja.   General Langley commended the approach of Nigeria in fighting insecurity in the country and its strategic leadership in the sub region. He also Cogratulate the CDS for his appointment as the Chiarman of the Committee of ECOWAS Chiefs of Defence staff.   In his response the CDS thanked the AFRICOM Commander for finding time to visit Nigeria and assured him…

Over 70 ISWAP Militants killed in Strategic Airstrikes on Camps in Borno

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The Nigerian Air Component from Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) conducted strategic airstrikes against ISWAP camps in southern Lake Chad, resulting in significant militant casualties. Zagazola Makama reports that the targeted strikes on November 6 focused on camps led by notorious ISWAP commander Usman Russia, specifically hitting locations at Kwallaram and Arainna Ciki islands near Jibilarram in Marte Local Government Area. Impeccable sources who relayed the ground assessment report that the attack was highly successful, confirming that over 70 ISWAP fighters were neutralized at the Kwallaram camp. He noted that while…

Death of COAS will not derail our focus to destroy the terrorists – DHQ ….. Declares 9 Terrorists wanted

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Defence Headquarters said even as Armed Forces of Nigeria mourn the tragic passing of late Chief of Army Staff COAS,Lt Gen Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja,it will not derail the military focus to destroy the terrorists, but rather inspired by the actions of late COAS on the battlefield as a war commander as well as his strong desire to defeat the terrorist in order to end the war.   The military authority assured that it will continue working decisively to eliminate the terrorists, stop the insecurity in the nation and ensure…

DECAN mourns Passing of Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Defence Correspondents’ Association of Nigeria (DECAN) has expressed deep sadness over the demise of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja. DECAN in a condolence message signed by its President,Ismail Musa described late COAS as a distinguished and revered leader whose exemplary dedication and service to Nigeria’s security and sovereignty will forever be remembered. The statement read in part ,”Lieutenant General Lagbaja was an embodiment of commitment, valor, and unwavering patriotism. Throughout his career, he remained steadfast in his resolve to protect and defend our nation,…

JUST IN: Chief of Army Staff, General Lagbaja, dies at 56

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the death of Lt. General Taoheed Abiodun Lagbaja, Chief of the Army Staff.   Lagbaja died at the age of 56.   According to a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, he passed away on Tuesday night in Lagos after a period of illness.   The statement reads, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, regrets to announce the passing of Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, Chief of the Army Staff, at age 56.…

Troops capture wanted bandit kingpin, Habu Dogo

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Nigeria Military authorities said its troops have successfully captured Abubakar Ibrahim, also known as Habu Dogo, a wanted bandit leader, during recent operations in Sokoto State.   Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, in a statement said Dogo was taken into custody at Rumji Village in Sokoto’s Illela Local Government Area.   He is reportedly on the watchlist of security agencies both in Nigeria and neighboring Niger Republic, due to his involvement in cross-border terrorist activities.   Also, in another clearance operation in the South-East region, Buba…

JUST IN : Tinubu appoints Major General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as Acting Chief of Army Staff

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President Bola Tinubu, has appointed Major General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as the Acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS).   A statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, explained that Major General Oluyede will act in the position pending the return of the substantive Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja.   Until his appointment, Major General Oluyede served as the 56th Commander of the Elite Infantry Corps of the Nigerian Army, based in Jaji, Kaduna.    

Nigerian military vows to sustain offensive onslaught against Terrorists, others criminals …. As troops neutralise 140 Terrorists ,arrest 135 persons, rescue 76 kidnapped hostages

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Military Authority has assured that it will continue to sustain the onslaught against terrorist, bandits and other criminal elements in Nigeria, added that the military has what it takes to defeat the terrorist on the battlefield and in their hiding places in order to ensure that the country can flourish again.   The Defence Headquarters called on citizens to see themselves as the outstretched arm of the military and never to give terrorism any oxygen to thrive in the country.   Major General Edward Buba,Director Defence Media Operations…