
Islamists abduct over 300 people in Nigeria
Islamist militants have abducted more than 300 people in Ngoše, Borno state, Nigeria, in what officials believe is retaliation for a Nigerian military operation that killed three Boko Haram commanders.
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Islamist militants have abducted more than 300 people in Ngoše, Borno state, Nigeria, in what officials believe is retaliation for a Nigerian military operation that killed three Boko Haram commanders.

The Nigerian military announced significant operational achievements in February, including the arrest of 354 terrorists, criminals, and illegal miners.

Sierra Leone has conferred a national award upon Nigeria's military chief during a colorful parade marking the 17th Armed Forces Day of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces in Freetown.

The Nigerian military has confirmed the arrival of 100 US troops and associated equipment at Bauchi, as stated by the spokesperson for Defence Headquarters.

The Boko Haram terrorists carried out the attack on Tuesday evening shortly after residents broke their Ramadan fast The post Nigerian military kill terrorists after attack on Borno base appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Ahmad Zubairu, Acting Media Information Officer at the Headquarters of the Joint Task Force, Operation Whirl Stroke, said in a statement that the incident occurred on Wednesday The post Nigerian military rescues Benue Links passengers from kidnap attempt appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A Nigerian politician, Nasir el Rufai, is being accused of threatening national security after allegedly stating that every terrorist killed by the Nigerian military is 'a debt that shall be repaid.'
US troops arrive in Nigeria to help train its military, Nigerian military says AP News

Defence Minister General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd) has assured that the Nigerian Armed Forces will maintain full command of all military operations within the country, even with the presence of US troops providing support.
The Nigerian military has arrested the wife of a wanted terrorist and recovered N37 million, marking a significant development in counter-terrorism efforts.

The Nigerian military has confirmed the deployment of approximately 100 U.S. troops and their equipment to the country to assist in training local soldiers.