By Miriam Humbe The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Friday, 24 April 2026, inaugurated a General Court Martial to try 36 serving military personnel over alleged mutiny, aimed at overthrowing the government of the day. A statement signed by Director, Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba said that this was in furtherance of the DHQ’s statement issued on 26 January 2026 which dwelled on the subject. The inauguration marks a significant step in reinforcing discipline, accountability and the commitment of the Armed Forces to safeguarding national integrity and constituted authority. Proceedings of the Court will be conducted with the highest standards…
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By Miriam Humbe Troops of Sector 2, Operation UDO KA operating in the ongoing Operation EASTERN SANITY in Ebonyi State have successfully arrested a notorious Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and Eastern Security Network (ESN) kingpin popularly known as ‘Calamity’ and four others during a raid on the terrorists’ hideout in Nwofe, Izzi Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, in the early hours of 21 April 2026. It was gathered that this was in a sustained offensive and concerted efforts to rid the South East and environs of criminal elements. Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations 82 Division Nigerian Army,…
By Miriam Humbe In a targeted strike against criminal elements operating within the Marit general area of Barkin Ladi LGA of Plateau State, troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE, have successfully executed a coordinated ambush on the evening of Tuesday, 21 April 2026. Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE disclosed this in a statement. The operation, which took place at approximately 7:49pm, near Doruwa Babuje, was launched following the receipt of credible intelligence regarding the movement of armed gunmen known for terrorizing local communities through violent attacks, sexual assault, and armed robbery. Upon…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), in sustained offensive operations conducted in the night of 21/22 April 2026, delivered devastating precision air strikes that dismantled ISWAP terrorist logistics networks along the Lake Chad waterways around the Kaniram Island axis in Northern Borno State. Media Information Officer Headquarters Joint Task Force. (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, Lt Col Sani Uba disclosed this in a statement. Acting on credible Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) inputs, OPHK air assets established persistent overhead presence and confirmed the concentration of over 30 terrorist boats and associated…
By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Defence Space Administration (CDSA), Major General Philip Ilodibia, on Tuesday, 21 April 2026, conducted an operational assessment visit to the Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), in Maiduguri, Borno State, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen joint military operations in Nigeria’s counter-insurgency campaign. Media Information Officer Headquarters Joint Task Force. (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, Lt Col Sani Uba disclosed this in a statement. During the visit, the CDSA received comprehensive operational briefings on the activities and progress of OPHK. He stated that the purpose of the visit was…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), on 22 April 2026, successfully repelled coordinated terrorist attacks at Kanama, Ngoshe, and Banki across the Theatre. Media Information Officer Headquarters Joint Task Force. (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, Lt Col Sani Uba disclosed this in a statement. The attacks, which occurred at various times during the day, were decisively defeated through the vigilant response of troops and effective fire control, with no adverse reports recorded. The failed assaults further underscore the sustained combat readiness of OPHK troops and their dominance in denying terrorists freedom…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), under Sector 2, in the early hours of 23 April 2026, successfully repelled a determined terrorist attack on Kukareta. Media Information Officer Headquarters Joint Task Force. (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, Lt Col Sani Uba disclosed this in a statement. The attack, which commenced shortly after midnight and lasted until about 0300 hours, was met with a swift and coordinated response by vigilant troops. The troops executed a deliberate offensive-defensive operation, effectively containing the assault and forcing the terrorists into a disorderly withdrawal. During the…
By Miriam Humbe In a significant blow to the proliferation of illicit weapons and the activities of criminal elements, troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE have successfully raided a clandestine arms manufacturing site in Gwandanu Village, Langtang North Local Government Area of Plateau State. Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, the Media Information Officer Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE disclosed this in a statement. The operation, which was conducted at about 5:00 pm on Wednesday, 22 April 2026, resulted in the arrest of 2 suspects caught in the process of fabricating sophisticated firearms. During the precise tactical raid, troops seized a substantial…
By Miriam Humbe Corps Employers in the country have been advised to provide enabling environments that would enable the potentials of Corps Members serving with them to bring out initiatives that would add value to the society. Caroline Embu, the NYSC’s Director, Information and Public Relations disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. The Director General of National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, gave the advice during the launching of National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) Innovation Space, tagged; “idea2impact”, held at NITDA Headquarters in Abuja. He said Corps Members are solution providers that must be mentored,…
***Dismisses UBA’s Suit, Fined N2m ***It’s A big Victory For Bank Customers, Says EVC, Tunji Bello By Miriam Humbe Advocacy for consumer rights in the banking sector recorded a major boost today with a judgement by a Federal High Court in Abuja dismissing, in its entirety, a suit by UBA Plc seeking to contest the jurisdiction of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). Ondaje Ijagwu, FCCPC’s Director, Corporate Affairs disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. In its ruling, presiding Justice James Omotosho affirmed the Commission’s statutory authority to investigate consumer complaints involving banks and other financial…
Caption L-R: Tony Emoekpere, Council Member, National Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6); Engr. Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner Technical Services, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC; Mr. Muhammed Rudman, National President, IPv6 Council; Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO,NCC; Barr. Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, NCC; Dr. Chris Uwaje, National Vice President, IPv6 Council; Mr. Adesola Akinsanya, President, National Internet Registration Association, NIRA/ Council Member, during the Inauguration of the National Internet Protocol Version 6, (IPv6) Council Members, at the Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos State on the 23rd April 2026.