Nigeria: Terrorists Bombed in Sokoto, Zamfara in Nigeria-U.S. Joint Operation

The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the operation, describing it as part of a counter-terrorism cooperation with the US. Read more »

Nigeria: Two Suspected ISWAP Terrorists Arrested in Lagos

The suspects were apprehended by operatives of the State Security Services (SSS). Read more »

Nigeria: Christmas - DHQ Tightens Security Across Nigeria, Deploys Troops, Air Assets - Official

"The Armed Forces of Nigeria have emplaced robust and proactive measures aimed at preventing attacks during the Christmas festivities." Read more »

Nigeria: Why U.S. Imposed Visa Restrictions On Nigerians - Envoy

The ambassador urged visa applicants and members of the public to consult the US Embassy's official website for detailed information on the proclamation. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Air Force 'Compensates' Victims of Sokoto Accidental Airstrike

The details of the compensation were not made public. Read more »

Nigeria: Army Eliminates 21 Terrorists, Intercepts Logistics in Borno

The source said the encounter, which occurred around 12:15 a.m. on Sunday, followed credible intelligence of a large gathering of terrorists along the axis, suspected to be… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Authorities Arrest Gunrunners, Recover Arms in Plateau

"Troops conducted multiple intelligence-led operations within the Joint Operations Area, leading to the arrest of a suspect and the recovery of arms and ammunition." Read more »

Burkina Faso: Tuggar and the Nigerian Air Force Eleven in Ouagadougou, By Simbo Olorunfemi

Whatever happens, it always comes back to diplomacy, as we have seen in this case. Diplomacy usually finds a way to win. Eventually. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Air Force Silent 48 Hours After Bombing Many Civilians in Borno

The Borno State government said the agency had not responded to its enquiries about the outcome of the operations. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Soldiers Kill Suspected Kidnapper, Arrest Alleged Informants in Plateau

The Media Information Officer of the task force, Samson Zhakom, said the action followed "credible intelligence" received on 15 December about a kidnapping attempt Read more »

Nigeria: While Trump Threatens, Attacks Nigeria, American Officials, Agencies Partner With Nigerian Counterparts

The US President, in late October, declared Nigeria a 'Country of Particular Concern' over allegations of Christian genocide. Read more »

Nigeria: Hours After Assuring Civilian Safety in Operations, NAF Airstrikes 'Kill' Scores in Borno

The airstrikes suspectedly killed fishermen and commercial drivers at a T-junction in the area to transport their products. Read more »

Nigeria: Hours After Assuring Civilian Safety in Operations, NAF Airstrikes 'Kill' Many in Borno

The airstrikes suspectedly killed fishermen and commercial drivers at a T-junction in the area to transport their products. Read more »

West Africa: Arresting the Contagion of Coups in West Africa

Having two neighbours - Niger being the other - under the spell of military rule, and a strong jihadist foothold, clearly presents palpable danger to our country. Read more »

Nigeria: ADC Demands Transparency in Nigeria-France Digital Tax Deal

The ADC spokesperson urged FIRS to make full disclosure of the agreement or terminate the deal. Read more »

Nigeria: Terrorist Bello Turji in New Video Narrates Relationship With Defence Minister

Mr Turji denied collecting money from Mr Matawalle during a peace dialogue. Read more »

Nigeria: Controversy As Tinubu's Aide, Nurudeen Yusuf, Is Promoted Twice in One Year

Nurudeen Yusuf was appointed ADC to Mr Tinubu on 1 May 2023, about four weeks before the President's inauguration Read more »

Benin: Benin Coup Leader Flees to Neighbouring Country

The officials also disclosed that the government is aware of Mr Tigri's current location and plans to submit a request for Mr Tigri's extradition. Read more »

Nigeria: Insecurity - Ndume Urges Tinubu to Procure More Helicopters, Ammunition for Nigerian Military

Mr Ndume acknowledged improvements in inter-agency cooperation and better equipment for troops, but insisted that more investment is needed. Read more »

Nigeria: Terrorists Bello Turji 'Devastated' After Top Lieutenant Killed in Sokoto Ambush

Mr Turji was reportedly deeply affected by the news of the killing, threatening revenge and allegedly blaming another lieutenant for the lapses that led to Buzu's death after a… Read more »

Nigeria: Soyinka Criticises Seyi Tinubu's Large, Armed Security Escorts

Mr Soyinka said he counted at least "15 or so heavily armed to the teeth" security officials who accompanied the president's son at a hotel in Ikoyi, Lagos. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Seal Defence Pact to Bolster Military Cooperation

The agreement comes as Nigeria confronts multiple security threats and seeks stronger international support to rebuild its defence capabilities. Read more »

Nigeria: Bandits Collect N5m From Kano Community for 16 Kidnapped Persons, but Release Only Two

The bandits reneged on an agreement with the community to free all 16 captives after payment of the ransom. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Air Force Clarifies Aircraft Landing in Burkina Faso, Says Crew Safe

"NAF crew is safe and has received cordial treatment from the host authorities." Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Army, Community Give Conflicting Accounts On Alleged Killing of Women Protesters in Adamawa

The women were protesting an alleged delayed response by the military to a conflict between the Bachama and Chobo communities in the area when the incident occurred Read more »