…its scale would suggest.The New York Times reported on Thursday, August 27, citing US military officials, that while the main contingent will leave, small teams of trainers and intelligence analysts are expected to remain in the country on a continuing basis.The Pentagon plans to withdraw about 200 troops from Nigeria…

…more than 21 of them, while others escaped with gunshot wounds. According to the military, on X on Thursday, the troops also destroyed the terrorists’ logistics infrastructure and recovered several AK-47 rifles, magazines and a substantial quantity of 7.62mm ammunition. Motorcycles, bicycles and jerrycans containing Pr…

…also called for continuity in governance, acknowledging the contributions of former military administrators and elected governors to Taraba State’s development. He said his administration was committed to building on previous achievements, correcting what needed to be corrected, completing worthy projects and opening n…

…She is widely regarded as one of the pioneering female politicians in Nigeria's post-military democratic era and has been active in national politics across multiple political platforms.Her appointment brings both gender representation and a South-South perspective to the advisory body, rounding out a geographically di…

…for their contributions to the state’s growth and stability. He said former military administrators and civilian governors had each played important roles in building the Delta State of today. “Each administration has contributed a chapter to the history of our state, and we will not forget them,” he said. Oborevwori a…

…means, but in the absence of an opportunity to do so, it is continuing the special military operation." He also criticized European nations backing Kyiv, stating that Moscow is facing a "very aggressive policy" from them.Russia has maintained its position demanding a full Ukrainian withdrawal from the eastern Donbas re…

Five traders k!lled as military vehicle crashes into Taraba Market Five traders were reportedly crushed to d3ath when a military Hilux lost control and ran into a busy market at Chanchangi town, Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State. According to Daily Trust, the military vehicle was escorting traders from Wukari…

…part of ongoing efforts to deny criminal elements freedom of movement in the area. The military spokesman assured residents that Operation FANSAN YAMMA would continue to sustain pressure on terrorists and bandits operating in Kebbi State and other parts of the country. “We will keep the fire on everywhere the terrorist…

…in the United States, and three alleged co-conspirators are set to stand trial before a military tribunal in June 2028. A U.S. Air Force judge, Lieutenant Colonel Michael Schrama, issued the trial-scheduling order on Wednesday, marking another development in a case that has faced more than two decades of legal delays.…

…Christians and Muslims each make up about half of the population,” adding that “former military head of state Murtala Muhammed famously voiced this fifty-fifty formula as conventional wisdom.” The conventional wisdom necessitated maintaining a balance of power between Islam and Christianity on the basis that neither re…

…He further argued that the country’s security challenges could not be resolved through military hardware alone without addressing the underlying social and economic problems. “And I tell the military, you can buy a billion rockets, a billion whatever to Kano jets. You cannot solve this problem. You don’t solve this soc…

…daily for our territorial sovereignty, was a misplacement of priority,” he said. “The military deserves respect, not blackmail on a Bar platform. Kudos to the two officers who stood up and responded. That was a defence of dignity and service.” The council chairman urged the NBA to return its focus to what he described…

…the Department of State Services (DSS), the Civil Defence Corps and all branches of the military, be totally agnostic to politics. Let them not influence politics. Let them not take political instructions. Let their presence during elections not even be a subject for discussion. Let elections be free, fair and civilise…

…turn, has ramped up its own drone and missile attacks deep into Russia, hitting some key military factories, causing serious damage to oil refineries and creating nationwide fuel shortages. A poll conducted at the end of July found 82% of Ukrainians believed Ukraine would win, although most expected fighting to carry o…

…current Iran policy in phone calls with several of his counterparts z-Avoiding military action against Iran for the time being.-Increasing economic pressure on Iran through the -U.S. naval blockade and the new Treasury Department sanctions push.-Transporting as much oil as possible through the strait and into global en…

…announced measures to strengthen security in Katsina-Ala, Ukum and Logo.He said three military operational units would be established in the area under the newly created 5 Division of the Nigerian Army. The units are expected to be located in Agu, Katsina-Ala; Anyiin, Logo; and Azendeshi, Ukum. The governor also announ…

…artificial intelligence and autonomous capabilities become increasingly integrated into military systems. The ICRC said in a position paper published earlier this year that autonomous weapons can select and engage one or more targets without further human intervention once activated, creating particular challenges for…

…know that this country, over generations, was severely misgoverned, not just by the military dictatorship but by Democrats who wielded authority in this country; they didn’t serve the country well and Nigerians know that.” 2027: Atiku, Peter Obi, Kwankwaso grandstanding, contributed to Nigeria’s problems – APC

…of the Defence Ministry at this critical period is to strengthen the capacity of the military and other security agencies to protect Nigerians and defeat terrorism, banditry and other forms of violent crime,” HURIWA said. The organisation’s call came against the backdrop of reported attacks in several parts of the coun…

…how President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown is affecting families of serving military members.A DHS spokesperson confirmed in an email that Cristy Maryori Villafranca-Trejo "was removed from the United States" on Monday. Her husband, Army Sergeant Hedar Leonel Turcios Juarez, told ABC News that his wife, who is…

…He said the communities had recovered the bodies of the victims and buried them. "The military has gone in there. The whole place is calm. We lost some people, and the burials were done. Some people ran away to safer grounds. "From the records I have, those kidnapped were a little above 60. Those that were k!lled were…

…among 2027 presidential contenders over insecurity and fuel subsidy, fresh US military training for Nigerian troops, a court battle over the stalled selection of a new Awujale, and protests over Governor Seyi Makinde’s exclusion from the flag-off of the Ibadan-Ijebu-Ode road reconstruction, these are the major stories…

…Spokesperson further noted that the operation was conducted in collaboration with the military, local vigilante groups, and hunters, with sustained bush-combing operations to apprehend the criminals. “The Command urges members of the public to remain vigilant and continue to provide timely and credible information that…

…been recovered. It added that security has been reinforced in the area by police and military personnel and normalcy has been restored. The command said at about 12:20pm on the same day, it received a distress call reporting an attack on ESSN personnel, Martins Enahoro, by suspected members of the Aro Berger confratern…

…democracy, saying students had historically participated actively in campaigns against military rule. They urged Hunye and other aggrieved aspirants to accept the APC’s decision and work for the progress of the state rather than pursue actions capable of deepening political tension. The student leaders concluded by cal…