…celebrated as he bagged a PhD degree from the private university, following his thesis defence. The man explained his academic journey and thesis topic.

…born in South Africa, has no significant ties to Nigeria, and is not a flight risk. The defence argued that the Department of Home Affairs failed to conduct a fair investigation before invalidating her documents and noted that her citizenship remains the subject of a separate High Court challenge. Her lawyers also prop…

…July 20, prompting close monitoring by the Royal Navy.According to the UK Ministry of Defence, the Russian frigate Neustrashimy notified HMS Tyne, a Royal Navy offshore patrol vessel, of its intention to conduct the exercise before opening fire. A French military aircraft also contacted the vessel over radio to seek cl…

…need to be considered on the conduct of the proceedings. It argued that although the defence cited measures taken by Adetshina to legalize herself in the country, she doesn't have the necessary paperwork and therefore, a detention and deportation is deemed fit. The state submitted that Adetshina still holds a South Afr…

The Office of the Minister of Defence released a statement on Monday addressing social media reports about General Christopher Musa's future in officeThe Federal Government described the resignation claims as malicious and entirely fabricated, calling them a threat to public trustOfficials urged Nigerians and media org…

…a new economy”. In his first call with Trump, Burnham underlined his “commitment to defence and security”, a UK government spokesperson said. To Zelensky, he reaffirmed Britain’s “resolute commitment” to Ukraine in its defence of Russia’s invasion, according to Downing Street. He also moved swiftly to stamp his authori…

…run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Man reacts to FIFA's announcement of record-breaking defence team. Photo Skysports.historic defensive recordThe governing body

…Road in Suleja before being handed over to personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Abuja." He said the family later learnt that 13 of the arrested miners were released on bail after spending a day in military custody, while Yakubu's whereabouts remained unknown. "We subsequently sought the…

…These cover areas such as available manpower, weapon systems, logistical capacity, defence budgets, and a country's geography and natural resources.Nuclear capability, where applicable, is also factored into the overall assessment.The index is widely referenced as a comparative measure of national military power, thoug…

…agencies. He said the collaboration involving the Nigeria Police Force, the Ministry of Defence, the military, the Office of the National Security Adviser and the Department of State Services had helped restore public confidence in the government’s ability to guarantee security. “Chief of Defence Staff, General Christo…

…the growing effectiveness of our security apparatus under your leadership. “Our Chief of Defence Staff, Chief of Army Staff, and other principal military officers deserve the prestigious GCON honours for restoring hope to families and protecting the future of our children. These achievements merit national recognition.…

…that the sums hidden under the SWV now exceed the combined allocations for education, defence and agriculture, and he suggested a political motive behind the concealment. He said Nigerians would be justified in suspecting the money is being positioned to fund the ruling party’s campaign machinery and Tinubu’s re-electi…

…against Iran for the ninth consecutive night on Sunday, hitting command centres, air defence installations, missile facilities, maritime assets, and communications networks.Iran responded by launching strikes against US facilities in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. Kuwait's armed forces announced on X that their air defen…

…AI as the single biggest driver of change in the field, simultaneously the best new defence and the sharpest new weapon. For Sub-Saharan Africa specifically, the Forum’s regional analysis points to a harder truth: persistent capability gaps, low confidence in preparedness, and a talent shortfall. Cyber threats may be g…

…despite being served with a court summons. The defendants, who testified in their own defence, denied the allegations. Delivering judgment, Justice Ndigwe held that the evidence before the court established the guilt of both defendants on all counts and sentenced them to d3ath by hanging. by Linda Ikeji at 19/07/2026 1…

…forcing the national carrier to reschedule most flightsBahrain's army said its air defences intercepted Iranian aerial assaults targeting a US military air base on the islandFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Kuwait reported a second Iranian strike on one of its power and water distillation facilitie…

…I know about soccer? They took the lead, and they took their best player and put him on defence. We have got to be a little offensive, right? But I’m not going to call it. What do I know about coaching? It was unusual, but Harry is a great guy, actually.” Tuchel defends tactics Tuchel dismissed the criticism while insi…

…Airport due to rocket and drone attacks. In Bahrain meanwhile, the army said its air defences repelled a wave of Iranian attacks, as an AFP journalist in Manama reported hearing blasts after sirens sounded. “Air defence systems thwarted” the strikes, the army said in a statement, adding that they “intercepted and destr…

…Russian capital’s mayor Sergei Sobyanin said on Saturday. “Most were neutralised by air defence forces at distant approaches. 64 enemy UAVs were destroyed on approach to Moscow,” Sobyanin wrote on the state-backed MAX platform. US-led diplomatic efforts to end the fighting have stalled in recent months, as Washington h…

…on Monday in preparation for the tournament. Justine Madugu’s side will begin the defence of their title against the Scorchers of Malawi at the Al Madina Stadium in Rabat on WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons, Ghana friendly called off

…According to him, the successes were made possible through the support of the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, and effective synergy with the Nigerian Air Force, Nigerian Navy, Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services, Nigeri…

…into an open vertical shaft at the abandoned mine, she said. The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) said the incident occurred at about 6:00 am (0400 GMT). It said efforts to formally identify the soldiers and notify their next of kin were under way. The clandestine artisanal miners, many from neighbouring co…

…involving the Nigerian Army, the Police, the Department of State Services, the Civil Defence Corps, Amotekun and local vigilante groups. The Presidency maintained that no ransom or concession was made to secure the release.

…port on the Gulf of Oman, a key trade route for landlocked, neighboring Afghanistan. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth shared the image of the surveillance tower appearing to collapse. Chabahar port, which Iran had been running with support from India, has been a repeated target of American airstrikes. Iranian state me…

…paid tribute to the late Barrister Nathaniel Dan Ahmed, describing his dedication to the defence of the Society as instrumental to the successful outcome of the case. The Cooperative president also urged members who had acquired plots of land through the Society across various states to take physical possession of thei…