Nigeria's Army Under the Spotlight

The country's army has come under scrutiny for crimes allegedly committed by its soldiers that include rape and extortion.

Nigeria: House to Probe Army Over Alleged Sexual Abuse

Daily Trust, 22 January 2013

The House of Representatives Committee on Justice has said that it would investigate reports of alleged rape of women in Abuja by some soldiers if the army authorities refused to ... read more »

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Nigeria: Army Dismisses Four Soldiers Over Rape, Abduction

This Day, 23 January 2013

The Nigerian Army has dismissed four soldiers who were involved in cases of abduction, rape, extortion and assault. read more »
Nigeria: Army Court Martials Four Soldiers

Vanguard, 23 January 2013

The Nigerian Army Tuesday court-martialled and dismissed four soldiers serving with the Brigade of Guards in Abuja, over alleged rape, extortion and assault. read more »
Nigeria: Army Sacks Four Soldiers for Rape, Extortion

Daily Trust, 23 January 2013

Four soldiers found guilty of raping women and stealing their valuables in Abuja were yesterday dismissed from the army. read more »

InFocus

Nigerian Army Promotes Soldiers

The army has promoted at least 2,900 soldiers as a way of rewarding them for their dedication to duty in the wake of the security challenges facing the nation. Read more »
- Nigeria: Army Elevates 2,900 Soldiers, Decorates 37 Generals
- Nigeria: Promotion Galore As Army Elevates 2,900 Soldiers