Tag: DHQ

Over ₦250m Oil Theft foiled as Military crushes Terror Cells across Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Armed Forces of Nigeria have continued their intensified operations against terrorists, bandits, and oil thieves across various regions, recording significant breakthroughs during the week ending 20 June 2025. Disclosing this in Abuja, the Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, said troops sustained pressure on criminal elements through kinetic and non-kinetic operations in the North East, North West, North Central, South South, and South East, resulting in the recovery of large quantities of weapons, dismantling of criminal networks, rescue of kidnapped victims, and the surrender of terrorists. In…

Over ₦262 Million worth of Stolen Crude Oil recovered, Terrorists neutralized across Multiple Theatres within a week – DHQ

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to national security and the protection of Nigeria’s territorial integrity, recording significant operational successes across various theatres from April 10 to 17, 2025.   This was disclosed in a release signed by the Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye,the troops operating in synergy with other security agencies and hybrid forces neutralized scores of terrorists, arrested criminal elements, rescued kidnapped victims, and recovered large quantities of arms, ammunition, and stolen crude oil during the week under…

DHQ refutes misleading claims on General Tsiga’s release, praises military’s heroic rescue efforts

Emporium Reporters

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has strongly refuted a misleading article by Brigadier General Ismaila Abdullahi, which falsely claimed that military generals contributed money to secure the release of Brigadier General Mahrazu Tsiga (retired), the former Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), who was held captive for 56 days. In a statement released today, the DHQ clarified that the successful rescue of General Tsiga was the result of coordinated military operations led by troops from Operation Fasan Yamma, not financial contributions.   The statement highlighted the extensive efforts…

CDS charges Armed Forces on Joint Logistics Efficiency as DHQ commences Tabletop Exercise

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General CG Musa, has charged the Armed Forces of Nigeria to prioritize efficiency and synergy in logistics operations to enhance joint military operations. He made this call while declaring open the Vertical Integrated Logistics Tabletop Exercise organized by the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) Department of Logistics in collaboration with the Vertical Integrated Logistics Approach (VILLA) at the Tukur Yusuf Buratai Hall, Army War College Nigeria (AWCN), Asokoro, Abuja.   Represented by Major General UU Bassey, the CDS described the three-day exercise, which runs from March…

Military Forces Dislodge Bello Turji’s Camp in Zamfara, Kill Son, others in Decisive Offensive

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a major breakthrough, combined ground and air troops under Operation Fansan Yamma have intensified their offensive against notorious bandit leader Bello Turji, dismantling his stronghold in Fakai, Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The latest military operation resulted in the death of Turji’s son and several key associates, marking a significant blow to his criminal network.   The operation, described as one of the most strategic in recent times, targeted multiple bandit camps, including Zangon Dan Gwandi, Zangon Tsaika, Zangon Kagara, and a school used by Turji’s group…

Nigerian Troops deliver major strikes against Terrorism ,Criminal Activities in 2024 – DHQ

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters said the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) have made significant strides in combating terrorism, insurgency, and other criminal activities across the country over the year.   In a report on the ongoing military Operations issued by the Defence Media Operations (DMO), the DHQ outlined its key achievements of the Armed Forces of Nigeria AFN from January to December 2024, which included the neutralization of over 10,000 terrorists and the recovery of millions of dollars worth of stolen resources.   In the report,throughout 2024, Nigerian troops faced…

17 Brigade has recorded significant successes in the fight against Terrorism and Banditry in Katsina – Brig General Omopariola

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Commander of 17 Brigade, Brigadier General B.O. Omopariola, said 17 Brigade under his command has recorded key operational successes in combating Terrorism and enhancing security in Katsina State.   General Omopariola stated this on Wednesday, 11th December 2024, when host to a team of Defence Correspondents who visited the 17 Brigade Headquarters ,Katsina to assess the Brigade’s operational activities and successes in securing the North West region of Nigeria. The visit was led by Group Captain I.A Bukar from the Directorate of Defence Media Operations (DMO) at the Defence…

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

Emporium Reporters

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…

No Appointment of Acting Chief of Army Staff – DHQ …… says calls for Military Coup Treasonable

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said it has not announced the appointment of any senior officer as the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS), contrary to speculation by certain media outlets. Stated that, no such appointment exists within the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN).   DHQ in a statement signed by Brigadier General Tukur Gusau,Director Defence Information, said ‘The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, is currently on a well-deserved rest as part of his 2024 annual leave. The AFN is professionally managed and all the Service Chiefs are…