By Miriam Humbe Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA recorded another operational success in Zamfara State with the recovery and safe disposal of a terrorist-planted Improvised Explosive Device (IED) along a major access route in Bukkuyum Local Government Area on 27 August 2026. Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, the Media Information Officer Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. Acting on credible intelligence, troops of Sector 2 swiftly responded to reports of an IED planted along the Gurusu–Gwashi Road. Troops identified the explosive device, secured the area to…
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By Miriam Humbe Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA successfully neutralized 2 terrorists and recovered weapons and motorcycles during a fierce engagement with terrorists in Rabah Local Government Area of Sokoto State. Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. The operation followed credible intelligence received in the early hours of 28 August 2026 on movement of terrorists conveying hundreds of rustled cattle through Maikujera general area of Rabah LGA. Acting swiftly on the intelligence, troops of Sector 2 moved…
By Miriam Humbe The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, on Thursday, 27 August 2026, received the Deputy Secretary of Defence Industries of Türkiye, Mr Gökhan Uçar, at Naval Headquarters, Abuja, as part of ongoing efforts to deepen Nigeria–Türkiye defence-industrial cooperation. Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Director Naval Information disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. The engagement focused on practical opportunities in naval shipbuilding, defence technology, technology transfer, local production and capacity development, with particular emphasis on strengthening Nigeria’s indigenous shipbuilding capabilities and supporting the Nigerian Navy’s fleet modernisation efforts. Vice Admiral Abbas stressed the…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA recorded operational successes in Kaduna and Kano States, rescuing 2 kidnapped victims, recovering 94 rustled livestock and disrupting terrorist activities in separate operations conducted on 25 and 26 August 2026. Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. In Kaduna State, troops of Sector 1 conducting a clearance operation on 25 August 2026 in Kachia Local Government Area encountered terrorists who attempted to ambush the advancing troops. The troops responded with…
The Defence Headquarters has observed the circulation of a fabricated AI-generated video purporting to show the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, making statements suggesting partisan political support. The Defence Headquarters wishes to state unequivocally that the video is fake and did not emanate from the Chief of Defence Staff. The statements attributed to the CDS in the video are false and should be completely disregarded. The video is a product of Artificial Intelligence-generated manipulation, apparently designed to deceive and mislead the public, misrepresent the position of the Chief of Defence Staff and bring the Armed Forces of Nigeria…
By Miriam Humbe The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has warned against the growing politicisation and weaponisation of religion in Nigeria’s electoral process, cautioning political actors and religious leaders against exploiting faith to manipulate voters, suppress critical thinking and divert attention from issues of governance and development. In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Comrade Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, CISLAC said the increasing use of religious platforms to mobilise political support poses a danger to Nigeria’s democracy, national cohesion and peaceful coexistence. CISLAC said political campaigns should be centred on critical development priorities, including healthcare, education, infrastructure, poverty reduction,…
By Miriam Humbe The High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Nigeria, His Excellency Mr Miah Md Mainul Kabir, on Wednesday reaffirmed Bangladesh’s commitment to deepening defence and maritime security cooperation with the Nigerian Navy. The cooperation will be in the areas of maritime security, professional training, technology exchange, naval shipbuilding and defence-industrial development. Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Director Naval Information disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The Bangladeshi envoy was speaking during a high-level engagement with the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas where he underscored the longstanding cordial relations between the two countries and…
By Miriam Humbe The Defence Headquarters on Wednesday hosted the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Nigeria, His Excellency Yousef bin Mohammed Al-Balawi. The Saudi envoy was on a courtesy visit aimed at further strengthening the longstanding bilateral relationship and defence cooperation between Nigeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Major General Samaila Uba, the Director, Defence Information disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The visit provided an opportunity for both sides to reaffirm their commitment to deepening military-to-military relations and exploring additional areas of cooperation that are mutually important. During the engagement, the Chief of…
By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) to the welfare, dignity and continued relevance of Nigeria’s military veterans. Major General Samaila Uba, the Director, Defence Information disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. General Oluyede gave the assurance when the National President of the Retired Army, Navy and Air Force Officers Association, Major General Hussaini Abayomi Salihu (Rtd), paid a courtesy visit to him at Defence Headquarters, Abuja, on Wednesday, 26 August 2026. The visit provided an opportunity for the leadership of the association to…
By Miriam Humbe Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has commissioned newly completed blocks of flats for officers at Ribadu Cantonment, Kaduna. A statement signed on Tuesday by Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, said this was part of efforts by the Nigerian Army to improve personnel welfare and living conditions. The commissioning reinforced the Army’s commitment to providing decent and conducive accommodation for its personnel and their families. The accommodation project was initiated and constructed under the leadership of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, during his tenure as Chief…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Navy has intercepted 500 litres of products suspected to be illegally sourced Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) and substances suspected to be Cannabis sativa during an operation in Folu Community, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State. Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Director Naval Information disclosed this in a statement. The operation was conducted by personnel of Forward Operating Base (FOB) LEKKI on 24 August 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to curb the illegal trade and storage of petroleum products as well as the proliferation of illicit drugs within the Base’s Area of Operations. The suspects fled the location…
On this blessed day of Maulud Nabiyy 2026, we reflect on a life of boundless compassion, humility, and selfless service to humanity and the vulnerable. At NEMA, these virtues inspire our mandate to safeguard lives, support communities, and restore hope in times of need. Let us all emulate this example by showing kindness to our neighbours, supporting those in distress, and working together for the safety and wellbeing of all. Mrs. Zubaida Umar Director General NEMA