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Garrison Commander tasks soldiers on skills to survive, defeat enemies
The Commander, Army Headquarters Garrison, Maj.-Gen. Koko Isoni, has emphasised the need for soldiers to have the necessary skills to survive and defeat the enemies on the battle field.…
CAS commends operatives’ commitment to national security
The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hassan Bala-Abubakar, has commended the dedication of the Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA to the nation’s security.…
Nigeria, Germany sign MoU on depeening defence partnership
The Governments of Nigeria and Germany have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral defence cooperation with the signing of a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with…
Defence Minister inaugurates training for 800 Special Forces troops
Minister of Defence, Alhaji Muhammad Badaru on Monday inaugurated the first phase training for 800 Special Forces personnel tasked with conducting high-impact operations with precision,…
Libyan Authorities Seize Military Equipment Near Egyptian Border
Authorities in Imsaad, a town near Libya's border with Egypt, seized military equipment, including a radar system and explosive barrels bearing images of former Syrian President…
NDA to conduct firing exercise, urges residents not to panic
The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) on Friday, urged residents of Afaka, Mando, and Kauya in Kaduna State not to panic, when its Inter Battalion Obstacles Crossing Competition for NDA …
Troops neutralise 10 terrorists, rescue kidnapped victims in Katsina, Zamfara
The troops of the Sector 2 of the Nigerian Army have neutralised 10 terrorists, rescued 101 kidnapped victims across Kankara in Katsina state and Shinkafi in Zamfara.
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ECOWAS Defence chiefs meet, review pledges for standby force
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Committee of the Chiefs of Defence Staff (CDS), are currently meeting in Abuja to among other things, review the pledges for the ECOWAS…
NAF initiates 340 infrastructure projects, completes 195 in 20 months – CAS
The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, says the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), has in the last 20 months initiated 340 infrastructure projects and completed 195.
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U.S. commends Nigerian Air Force for counter-terrorism efforts
The United States Bureau of Counterterrorism has commended the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) for its relentless commitment and significant contributions to the fight against terrorism and…