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Viral Pictures: Military debunks death of 20 soldiers
Worldvanguard-ng5h ago

Viral Pictures: Military debunks death of 20 soldiers

Authorities of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai, have dismissed what they described as a renewed propaganda campaign by remnants of Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), accusing the insurgents of circulating old photographs and recycled media reports to mislead the public about the security situation in the North East. The post Viral Pictures: Military debunks death of 20 soldiers appeared first on Vanguard News.

Again, Boko Haram attacks Adamawa gov’s hometown
Worldpunch-ng5d ago

Again, Boko Haram attacks Adamawa gov’s hometown

Suspected Boko Haram insurgents launch another attack on Madagali, Adamawa, the hometown of Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, reportedly claiming dozens of lives. Read More: https://punchng.com/again-boko-haram-attacks-adamawa-govs-hometown/

Shaibu orders special forces to intensify offensive against terrorists
Politicsvanguard-ng20h ago

Shaibu orders special forces to intensify offensive against terrorists

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has directed troops of the 4 Special Forces Command to intensify and sustain high-impact operations aimed at decisively defeating terrorists and insurgents across the country. The post Shaibu orders special forces to intensify offensive against terrorists appeared first on Vanguard News.

Islamism and jihadi terrorism in Northern Nigeria, By Majeed Dahiru
PoliticsPremium Times3d ago

Islamism and jihadi terrorism in Northern Nigeria, By Majeed Dahiru

For a region that has been plagued by terror groups ranging from the Mai Taisine riotous sect in the 1980s to Boko Haram insurgents in the 2000s, the emergence of a new Islamist group in the Muslim north of Nigeria has become one too many. Given the name “Lakurawa” by the locals, this new terror […] The post Islamism and jihadi terrorism in Northern Nigeria, By Majeed Dahiru appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Pakistan’s patience runs out after badly miscalculating over Taliban
PoliticsThe Guardian4d ago

Pakistan’s patience runs out after badly miscalculating over Taliban

Military reckoned ‘good’ Afghan insurgents were separate from ‘bad’ Pakistani insurgents but distinction has blurred Days after the Taliban swept to power in 2021, Pakistan’s then spymaster appeared in Kabul on what looked to many like a victory lap. Sipping tea in the lobby of the Afghan capital’s fanciest hotel, Lt Gen Faiz Hameed told reporters: “Don’t worry, everything will be OK.” This week it became clear just how badly Pakistan had miscalculated how it could rely on the Taliban, as Isl...

Why Ethiopia and Eritrea are once again on the brink of war
Worldle-monde6d ago

Why Ethiopia and Eritrea are once again on the brink of war

Tensions are rising between the two countries and the rebel region of Tigray. Addis Ababa has mobilized troops and artillery along the border of its northern province, while Asmara has drawn closer to the Tigrayan insurgents – a dramatic reversal of alliances.

South Sudan risks return to full-blown civil war as violence escalates
WorldThe GuardianYahoo20h ago2 sources

South Sudan risks return to full-blown civil war as violence escalates

At least 169 killed in raid near Sudan border as clashes between government and opposition forces intensify South Sudan is reeling from an escalating conflict between the government-aligned army and opposition forces and allied groups that observers say risks returning the country to a full-blown civil war. Violent confrontations in the world’s youngest country between the military, which is loyal to President Salva Kiir, and insurgents believed to be allied to the suspended vice-president, R...

Troops dismantle IPOB/ESN stronghold in Anambra
Politicspunch-ng4d ago

Troops dismantle IPOB/ESN stronghold in Anambra

Nigerian troops successfully dismantle a notorious IPOB/ESN stronghold in Anambra, neutralizing insurgents and recovering weapons in a major operation. Read More: https://punchng.com/troops-dismantle-ipob-esn-stronghold-in-anambra/

Welcoming the American troops, By Reuben Abati
PoliticsPremium Times14d ago

Welcoming the American troops, By Reuben Abati

It should come as no surprise to anyone that American troops are now effectively on the ground in Nigeria to assist the country to fight Boko Haram and Islamic state insurgents and terrorists who have been tormenting the country for about two decades. Yet there are certain Nigerians at home and abroad who are indulging […] The post Welcoming the American troops, By Reuben Abati appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.