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The Nigerian Army commemorated the elevation of 47 senior officers to the rank of Major General, underscoring the imperative for heightened efforts in tackling security challenges confronting the nation. The promotion, approved by the Army Council on December 21, witnessed the elevation of 75 Colonels to the rank of Brigadier General. At the decoration ceremony…
The Nigerian Army, under the directive of the Army Council, has announced the promotion of a distinguished cadre of officers to the esteemed ranks of Major General and Brigadier General. The elevation, effective from December 21, 2023, encompasses the ascendancy of 47 Brigadier Generals to the rank of Major General and the advancement of 75…
Lawyers from the Concerned Northern Forum have taken a firm stance, pledging to pursue legal action against the Federal Government over the tragic Tudun Biri bombing incident in Kaduna State. The lawyers’ forum is demanding adequate compensation for the victims affected by the military airstrikes, which claimed over 120 lives during a Maulud celebration. Barrister…
In a recent update, it has been reported that troops of 1 Division Nigerian Army have successfully neutralized three terrorists and recovered an AK-47 rifle in Kaduna. The announcement was made by Musa Yahaya, the Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations of 1 Division Nigerian Army on November 6, 2023. Troops have made positive results…
In a grand and symbolic Regimental Passing Out Parade (POP) on Saturday, October 21, 2023, the Nigerian Army marked the culmination of the training journey for over 6,000 recruits from the 85 Regular Recruit Intake (RRI). The impressive event took place at the Parade Ground of the Depot Nigerian Army in Zaria, Kaduna State. The…
The Commander Training and Doctrine Command, Nigerian Army (TRADOC NA), Major General Kevin Aligbe, has issued a stern warning against examination malpractices during the ongoing Captain to Major Practical Promotion Examination (CMPPE). The examination is currently taking place in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Major General Aligbe emphasized the Nigerian Army’s zero-tolerance stance on examination malpractices. He…
In an operation from 9th to 16th October 2023 under Operation HAKORIN DAMISA IV, troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) in Nigeria have carried out various successful missions, including neutralizing bandits and armed robbers, arresting 59 suspects involved in crimes like kidnapping, armed robbery, cattle rustling, railway vandalism, gunrunning, and illegal mining. Additionally, they have…
In a continued effort to combat terrorism, insurgency, and various criminal activities in the country, the Nigerian Army is intensifying its operations across multiple theatres. Recent actions have seen troops successfully neutralize insurgents and make significant recoveries. Birnin Gwari Operation On October 17, 2023, troops from the 2 Battalion, acting on actionable intelligence, carried out…
On October 15, 2023, the Joint Task Force South East Operation UDO KA II carried out a successful clearance operation in various areas, based on valuable intelligence. The operation extended to Lilu Community, Mother Valley, and Orsumoghu Forest in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State, as well as Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra…
In a recent development, a Nigerian Army Special Court-martial, based in Abuja, has handed down a seven-year prison sentence to Maj. Gen. Umaru Mohammed, the former Group Managing Director of Nigerian Army Properties Limited (NAPL). The court’s decision comes after Maj. Gen. Umaru Mohammed faced charges on 18 counts, including forgery, misappropriation of funds, and…