June 12
Nigeria: Nigerian Army Probes Alleged Killing of Civilian Staff of Command School
The army said the investigation would comprehensively address all allegations raised by the civil servants. Read more »
June 11
Nigeria: Why We Are Detaining Army General - Prison Authorities
The Nigerian Army Special Court Martial had convicted Major General Mohammed to seven years imprisonment on Oct. 10, 2023. Read more »
Nigeria: Bandits Release 40 Kidnap Victims in Niger State
The villagers, mostly women and children, were released after the payment of ransoms by the community. Read more »
Nigeria: Defence Ministry Staff Protest Brutalisation, Killing By Soldiers in Abuja
The staff said they have suffered brutalisation over the years without justice being done, even though the incidents were reported. Read more »
Nigeria: Two Soldiers Injured in Fight With Bandits in Niger State
Two soldiers were taken to hospital on Monday after they were wounded during a gunfight with bandits operating in Tegina, Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State. Read more »
June 09
Nigeria: Soldiers' Killing - Nigerian Troops Kill Six Suspected Ipob Members in Abia Forest
The army said the suspected IPOB members were killed during a clearance operation to track down the killers of five soldiers on 30 May in the state. Read more »
June 06
Nigeria: Senate Urges Tinubu to Review Security Strategies in North-West
The Senate noted that banditry attacks have led to loss of lives, kidnapping, displacement of communities and disruption of economic activities in the North-west region. Read more »
June 05
Nigeria: Army Debunks Alleged Mass Killing in South-East
The army accuses IPOB of trying to incite anarchy in the region by spreading falsehood. Read more »
June 04
Nigeria: Gov Sani Presents Certificates of Occupancy to Nigeria Air Force
The governor congratulated Mr Abubakar on his remarkable achievements since assuming office. Read more »
Nigeria: Army Explains Presence of Soldiers At Govt-Labour Negotiation Venue
The NLC had accused the Nigerian army of surrounding its meeting venue with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation with soldiers. Read more »
June 03
Nigeria: 'We'll Come Down Heavily On Attackers,' Tinubu Speaks On Killing of Soldiers in Abia
Gunmen, on Thursday morning, attacked and killed five soldiers in Obikabia Junction in Aba, the commercial hub of the Abia State. Read more »
June 02
Nigeria: Insecurity Worsened, Governance Failed Under Buhari, Now There's Hope – Governor Mutfwang
On 23 April, the US Institute of Peace (USIP) hosted a critical discussion with 10 northern Nigerian governors who are on the frontlines of addressing some of the country’s… Read more »
May 30
Nigeria: Nigerian Troops Kill 640 Terrorists, Arrest 1,051 in May - Official
In the North-central, Mr Buba said, the troops of Operation Safe Haven conducted several offensive operations. Read more »
May 29
Nigeria: Dialogue, Negotiation Can Help Nigeria Resolve Boko Haram Crisis
Military operations are needed, but haven't stopped Boko Haram attacks. Complementary non-kinetic efforts must be considered. Read more »
May 28
Nigeria: Nigerian Army Reopens Banex Plaza in Abuja
The popular Banex Plaza was closed down about a week ago following the assault of two soldiers on 18 May. Read more »
May 24
Nigeria: Nigerian Military Has Killed 9,300 Bandits, Terrorists - Defence Minister
The minister said the terrorists were killed in the last one year while about 7,000 others were arrested. Read more »
May 23
Nigeria: Reps Ask Govt to Reopen Banex Plaza
The plaza was shut down by the Nigerian Army following the assault on two soldiers last Saturday. Read more »
May 21
Nigeria: Nigerian Army Controversially Announces Closure of Abuja's Popular Banex Plaza
PREMIUM TIMES reported how a mob, believed to be workers at the plaza, on Saturday, assaulted two soldiers allegedly over the sale of a mobile phone. Read more »
May 20
Nigeria: Terrorists Invade Abuja Community, Kidnap '20 People'
The terrorists, numbering about 50, stormed the Dawaki community in Abuja on Sunday evening Read more »
May 21
Nigeria: Nigerian Soldiers Arrest Suspected Kidnappers, Reject N2m Bribe - Official
The Nigerian Army says suspects offered the bribe in their bid to escape arrest Read more »
May 19
Nigeria: Army Rescues 386 Civilians From Sambisa Forest 10 Years After Abduction
Some of those rescued said they were in captivity in Sambisa Forest for 10 years. Read more »
May 17
Nigeria: UNDP Decries Rise in Number of IDPs in Benue, Three Other States
Mr Oke said that over the years, the number of IDPs in the four states had increased. Read more »
May 16
Nigeria: Nigerian Military Kills 227 Terrorists, Apprehends 529 Others
DHQ also said the troops rescued 253 kidnapped victims in one week. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Military Declares Nigerien Terrorist, Halilu Buzu, Wanted
The military said Mr Buzu is wanted for terrorising Nigerian territory, particularly Zamfara State. Read more »
Nigeria: Giaba, EFCC, Governor, Others Speak On Tackling Terrorism Financing, Violent Conflicts
Speakers at a 'Multi-stakeholder National Dialogue on Preventing Terrorism Finacing and Violent Extremism' called for collective measures to combat terrorism financing, extremism… Read more »