…over alleged ISIS links The Nigerian Army has said a man who was detained during a military operation in Borno State over suspected links to ISIS has been cleared after investigators found no evidence connecting him to any terrorist group.The clarification follows media reports published on July 14 that identified the…

…Strait of Hormuz. Houthi militia confirmed targeting the two Saudi Arabian vessels in a military operation.One of the two vessels was reported to be ablaze after an assault while sailing in the Red Sea.The Iran-aligned Houthis opened a new front in the conflict by threatening to target vessels carrying Saudi oil throug…

…In June, during the ceasefire, the Senate adopted a resolution aimed at removing military forces from Iran, though the chamber walked back the rebuke a day later when they failed to advance a similar war powers measure. by Linda Ikeji at 23/07/2026 8:40 PM | Share this Story

…I have been pushing my bill to sanction them, and President Trump has even ordered military action."The Republican lawmaker also alleged that rather than addressing concerns raised by the United States, Nigerian authorities chose to engage in a PR campaign."Instead of responding to American concerns, Nigerian officials…

…Ibrahim Traoré, has declared that Sharia law has no place in the West African nationThe military leader ordered the repatriation of roughly 1,000 Burkinabè students studying Islamic law in Saudi ArabiaReacting to the bold statement, an online commentator warmly endorsed Traoré's stance, sparking a massive pan-African d…

…Guard Corps (IRGC) compound, which satellite imagery confirms was hit several times.US military investigationThe US has not formally accepted responsibility. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that US forces “never target civilian targets” and announced a higher-level investigation. Reports from US media suggest out…

Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso — three countries led by military governments—are bidding to jointly host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations. The Malian Football Federation said in a statement that officials met with Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe on Saturday in New York “with a view to a jo…

…US Special Operations Forces, including Navy SEAL Team 6, to train and support Nigeria’s military in the fight against terrorism. The US leader also described the bilateral security partnership as historic. Below is the full text of the letter: Dear Mr President, “Thank you for your thoughtful letter. Your kind words m…

…official guidelines, individuals seeking to join the Army National Guard without prior military service must meet the following basic criteria:From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram.Age Limit: Applicants must be between the ages of 17 and 42.Citizenship & Residency: Candidates must be US citi…

US strikes Iranian island The United States has carried out a military strike on Iran's Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz, further escalating tensions after President Donald Trump declared the US was "not finished" with the ongoing conflict.The strike comes as fighting around the strategic waterway derailed a prelim…

…a security operation in Mafa Local Government Area of Borno State. According to the military, the operation, which was conducted at about 1:30 p.m. on July 20, 2026, targeted a suspected logistics network believed to be supporting terrorist activities in the North-East. According to the military, the suspects were inte…

…has released updated eligibility guidelines for individuals seeking to enlist in its military ranksThe recruitment opportunity is open to both US citizens and Legal Permanent Residents who hold a valid Green CardThe United States Navy is offering lucrative enlistment bonuses for qualified Sailor candidatesFind it fast…

…US government has updated its official guidance on physical and medical requirements for military enlistment on July 15, 2026Every recruit must pass a medical exam to confirm they are fit enough to serve before they can join any branch of the militaryPhysical fitness test requirements differ across branches, and the US…

The Canadian military has published the monthly salaries of officers above the rank of captain and major, revealing what top-ranking personnel earnA Brigadier-General receives $18,565 (N25,595,008) in the first month after promotion, with pay rising steadily with years of serviceOfficers at the Lieutenant-General level…

…its resolve to sustain counter-terrorism efforts through diplomacy, financial action and military cooperation with partners. Ambassador Gregory D. LoGerfo, Coordinator and Ambassador-at-Large for Counterterrorism at the U.S. Department of State, stated this in a statement on the outcome of the ministerial on the resurg…

Abidjan, Ivory Coast Ibrahim Traore, the head of Burkina Faso’s military junta, sought last week to stamp out speculation of a power struggle at the highest levels of government, warning he intended to remain the west African country’s only leader. The prolonged absence of two influential junta figures has fuelled rumo…

…Grazah terrorist enclave located in the Mandara Mountains before making their way to the military position. The girls were identified as Fatima Adamu, 11, and Rahima Adamu, 7. Military sources said the two minors were received by the troops, properly screened and documented in line with established operational procedur…

…routes, insisting that the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed while United States military strikes continued. It declared that “not a single drop of oil, gas, or petrochemical products” would pass through the waterway without the authorisation of the Islamic Republic. IranWire notes that the UKMTO separately confirme…

…said Tuesday the United States was far from finished with Iran and warned the next US military target could be an underground nuclear complex known as Pickaxe Mountain. Pickaxe Mountain is a deeply buried nuclear site near Natanz where Western intelligence suspects Iran is building an undeclared enrichment facility. “W…

…Assistant Director of the Department of State Services, Dennis Amachree, has said late military Head of State, Gen. Sani Abacha, believed he was invincible. Amachree made the assertion in his new memoir, DSS @40: My Journey Behind the Shield, excerpts of which were published by The Nation on Tuesday. He stated that Aba…

…of the Department of State Services, Dennis Amachree, has described the regime of late military Head of State, late Gen. Sani Abacha, as one of “extreme authoritarianism and brutal repression.” The retired intelligence officer added that Abacha’s regime was marked by widespread human rights violations and political per…

…of Irepodun Local Government Area, is expected to increase the deployment of troops and military hardware to enhance security operations, especially in communities affected by rising cases of kidnappings and bandit attacks. Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday by…

…Director of the Department of State Services, Dennis Amachree, has claimed that former military Head of State, late Gen. Sani Abacha, died from a cardiac arrest during an intimate encounter with his girlfriend. Amachree made the claims in his newly released memoir, DSS @40: My Journey Behind the Shield, excerpts of whi…

…patrol vessel, of its intention to conduct the exercise before opening fire. A French military aircraft also contacted the vessel over radio to seek clarification on its activities.The BBC reported that HMS Tyne was asked to move to a safer distance while the live-fire exercise took place, lasting about 30 minutes. The…

…wildfire relief in March 2025. With all seven BTS members now discharged from mandatory military service, their fortunes are set to grow even further following their highly anticipated group comeback in 2026.7. Lisa / Lalisa Manobal ($40 million)Lisa of K-pop girl group BLACKPINK smiles during an event to promote her f…