nigerian army

Records from the Federal Government's Open Treasury Portal show that of the N20.56 billion budgeted by the Nigerian Army for security equipment purchase in 2025, only N1.46 billion (7.11 percent) was disbursed as of December 31, 2025. For the Nigerian Air Force, only N5.25 billion (33.33...

The family of Abdulsamad Jamiu, a 24-year-old NYSC member killed in Abuja, has rejected the Nigerian Army's account that he died in crossfire during a pursuit of armed robbers. The family insists he was unlawfully killed inside his home, alleging that soldiers fired a shot through his closed...

The Nigerian Army's Operation Enduring Peace has rescued a kidnapped woman and recovered N8 million ransom in Qua'an Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State. According to task force spokesperson Chinonso Oteh, troops tracked the victim to Padam Forest following intelligence from an arrested...

The Nigerian Army's Guards Brigade has confirmed the death of Abdulsamad Jamiu, a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, who was fatally caught in crossfire during a security operation in Abuja. The incident occurred early Saturday in Shagari Estate, Dei-Dei, when troops responding to a...

The Digest: The Nigerian Army has discovered shallow graves in Imo state, believed to contain the remains of two personnel killed in 2022. The remains are suspected to be those of Audu Linus, a retired master warrant officer, and Gloria Matthew, a private, who were abducted and killed in May...

The Digest: Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued 15 women and children abducted by Boko Haram terrorists in Borno State following search and rescue operations around the Mandara mountains. The military also repelled coordinated terrorist attacks at Kanama, Ngoshe, and Banki. Air strikes...

The Digest: The Nigerian Army received only N1.46 billion of the N20.56 billion budgeted for security equipment in 2025, representing a paltry 7.11% disbursement, according to the federal government's Open Treasury Portal. The Nigerian Air Force fared slightly better with 33.33% of its N15.75...

The Digest: A shocking confrontation broke out between officers of the Nigerian Army and Navy during President Bola Tinubu's visit to Bayelsa State. According to eyewitnesses, tension began over disagreement on movement control and access routes. The argument quickly escalated into a heated...

The Digest: Dismissed soldier Rotimi Olamilekan (Soja Boi) has dared the Nigerian Army to release its payroll after displaying bank transaction alerts he says prove soldiers earn modest wages and buy their own protective gear. He showed three alerts: N112,061.59 (salary), N20,000 (grumbling...

The Digest: The Nigerian Army has dismissed allegations by a former soldier, Rotimi Olamilekan (Soja Boi), that personnel purchase their uniforms and protective equipment with personal funds. In a statement, Acting Director of Army Public Relations Appolonia Anele described the claims as...

The Digest: A dismissed Nigerian soldier, Rotimi Olamilekan (Soja Boi), has alleged that military personnel purchase their own uniforms, boots, and bulletproof vests with personal funds despite modest salaries. Speaking on the Honest Brunch Podcast, he said his last salary was N109,000, up...

The Digest: The Nigerian Army has commenced a comprehensive stop-and-search exercise across Jos metropolis following the recent attack in Jos North that killed over 28 people and injured more than 50. Troops have arrested two suspects and recovered a fabricated AK-47 rifle, ammunition, and a...

The Digest: The Nigerian Army has debunked social media reports of an alleged attack on Bishop Matthew Kukah and the Sokoto Catholic Cathedral, describing the claims as false and unfounded. Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations for 8 Division, stated...

The Digest: The Nigerian Army has dismissed as "exaggerated and misleading" media reports that 40 soldiers died in recent Boko Haram attacks on Borno communities. In a statement, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, media information officer for Operation HADIN KAI, confirmed that troops successfully...

The Digest: The Nigerian Army has arrested Alhaji Tijjani Abdul Rauf for allegedly impersonating a retired major general, falsely claiming military service, and fabricating credentials. According to a statement by acting director of army public relations, Appolonia Anele, the suspect was never...

The Digest: The Nigerian Army has announced the release of the list of successful candidates for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026. According to a statement signed by the Military Secretary (Army), shortlisted candidates are to report to the Nigerian Army School of...

The Digest: Military investigators have identified Colonel Mohammed Ma’aji as the principal architect and financier of the foiled coup plot against President Bola Tinubu's administration. The infantry officer, arrested in late September 2025, is alleged to have coordinated planning, logistics...

The Digest: Eighty militants operating in the Calabar creeks and parts of Akpabuyo Local Government Area, Cross River State, have voluntarily surrendered arms and ammunition to the Nigerian Army. The surrender, supervised by the 13 Brigade under Operation OKWOK, included two groups led by...

The Digest: The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the posting and appointment of 2,313 officers across Nigerian Army formations, including new General Officers Commanding for key divisions. The reshuffle, detailed in a restricted military signal, is aimed at...

The Digest: Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu has visited the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, in a move to reinforce civil-military relations and promote national unity following recent US airstrikes in the state. Key Points: The visit occurred less than 24...