The Delta State Government has called on eligible youths from the state to apply for the Nigerian Army’s 91 Regular Recruits Intake (RRI) for non-tradesmen and tradesmen/women. In a special announcement issued by the State Awareness Creation Committee on Youth Enlistment in Military and Paramilitary Services, officials encouraged qualified candidates to take advantage of the…
The Commander of the Army Headquarters (AHQ) Garrison, Major General Maxwell Dangana, has urged the Nigerian Army Women Command (NAWC) to drive innovation, professionalism, and enhanced operational effectiveness, declaring that “everything rises and falls on leadership.” Major General Dangana made the remarks on Wednesday, 11 February 2026, while receiving the Commander of NAWC, Brigadier General…
A delegation from the United Kingdom–based Channel 4 News has commended the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), for what it described as significant progress in counter-terrorism operations in Nigeria’s North East. The team, led by Senior Producer and Team Leader Freddie Gower, visited the theatre headquarters in Maiduguri, Borno State, where…
Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s leadership role in regional peace and security, stating that Liberia’s current stability reflects the sacrifices and long-term commitment of the Nigerian government and armed forces. According to a statement signed by Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director, Army Public Relations, on 11 February…
The Nigerian Army says its troops have overrun a suspected militant camp in central Kogi State, recovering ammunition and grenades in an operation described by military authorities as a significant setback for armed groups operating in the area. In a statement detailing the mission, the Army said soldiers from the 12 Brigade carried out the…
The Chairman of Oshimili North Local Government Area, Honourable Innocent Esewezie, has reaffirmed the council’s commitment to deepening collaboration with security agencies to enhance peace and safety across the local government.Honourable Esewezie made this known while receiving the new Garrison Commander of the 63 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Brigadier U. Tanimu, during a courtesy…
DOMA, Nasarawa State — The Corps Commander, Nigerian Army Supply and Transport (NAST), Major General Nansak Danjuma Shagaya, has commended the 4 Special Forces (SF) Command for its outstanding contributions to Nigerian Army operational successes across multiple theatres of operation. Major General Shagaya gave the commendation during a familiarization visit to the Headquarters of the 4…
Jos, Plateau State — The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reiterated the Nigerian Army’s commitment to restoring enduring peace and security on the Plateau and across Nigeria. The assurance came on Tuesday, 20 January 2026, during a courtesy visit to Governor Caleb Mutfwang at the Government House in Jos, as part of the COAS’s operational and…
Abuja, December 2, 2025 – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated General Christopher Gwabin Musa as the new Minister of Defence, following the resignation of Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar earlier this week. In a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu conveyed General Musa’s nomination, expressing confidence in his ability to lead the…
