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Nigerian army denies alleged abandonment of wounded soldier
The Nigerian Army has denied the allegation by one of its wounded soldiers, Lance Cpl. Itodo David, that he had been abandoned at the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital (NARHK) Kaduna.
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40% of Nigerian Army Personnel Lack Housing, Says COAS
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has disclosed that over 40% of Nigerian Army personnel are without adequate accommodation.
Speaking on Thursday at the…
Tinubu Commissions New Army Barracks in Abuja, Pledges Improved Welfare for Troops
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday inaugurated a newly constructed army barracks in Asokoro, Abuja, to address the acute shortage of accommodation for officers and soldiers of the…
NDA Vows to Sustain Transformational Changes, Train Future Military Leaders
The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining transformational changes and producing competent officers for the armed forces. Speaking during an event at…
Historic Strides at NDA: CDS Commissions Transformative Projects to Boost Training,…
In a groundbreaking ceremony that marked a significant milestone in the history of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General CG Musa, on Thursday, January…
VP Shettima Leads Nation to Honour Fallen Heroes at 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday led a distinguished delegation, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio, members of the Federal Executive Council, National Assembly, service…
NAF Commits to Transparency in Zamfara Airstrike Probe, Pledges Civilian Protection
A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) fact-finding team, led by Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, arrived in Gusau on Tuesday, 14th January 2025, to investigate reports of civilian casualties following…
Nigerian Air Force Launches Investigation into Zamfara Airstrikes
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has deployed a fact-finding team to Zamfara State to investigate reports of civilian casualties resulting from recent airstrikes in the region. The team, led by…
Army Reshuffle: Maj Gen Kangye Now Director of Media Operations
In a strategic effort to bolster operational effectiveness and administrative efficiency, the Nigerian Army has announced the redeployment and appointment of senior officers to key…
NAF committed to enhancing welfare of serving, retired personnel – CAS
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshall Hasan Abubakar has reiterated the Nigeria Air Force’s (NAF) commitment to enhancing welfare of its serving and retired personnel.
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