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The federal government has refuted claims that it authorised any negotiations with bandits. This clarification comes in light of allegations made by the governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal. Lawal had previously stated that certain federal agencies were covertly negotiating with bandits in Zamfara without his awareness. He specifically mentioned where these alleged discussions occurred, …

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Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, the Chief of Air Staff, has announced that the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is training 1,467 personnel within and outside the country. This move is in tandem with acquiring new platforms to bolster air combat capabilities. The NAF’s strides in domestic manufacturing, driven by research and development, aim to cater to …

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Troops from the 103 Battalion (Rear) of the 82 Division, Nigerian Army, have successfully rescued Dr Maxwell Ayim in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State. This information was shared in a statement by Lt.-Col. Jonah Unuakhalu, the acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations of the 82 Division. The rescue operation was initiated after …

Army Troops Successfully Rescue Kidnapped Doctor in Enugu Read More »

Six students from Federal University Gusau in Zamfara State have been rescued. This followed their abduction earlier today. A top military official confirmed the rescue. He is linked to the Commander of the 1 Brigade Nigerian Army, Gusau. The operation was a response to bandits attacking the Sabon-Gida community. This community is part of the …

Zamfara Uni Ambush: Six Students Rescued; Operation Underway Read More »

The Bauchi State Police Command has disclosed that kidnappers demanded N50 million from each of the 39 victims they abducted in Yankari Forest. The victims were eventually rescued by security forces, who killed ten kidnappers. The rescue operation was carried out by “Operation Sharan Daji,” which includes two Police Tactical Units and the Nigerian Security …

Bauchi Police Thwart N1.65bn Ransom Demand, Rescue 39 Kidnap Victims Read More »

The Nigerian Army has announced the rescue of 17 kidnap victims in Zamfara State. Troops carried out the operation from Operation Hadarin Daji. On September 14, 2023, the troops thwarted a kidnap attempt in Shinkafi Local Government Area. They rescued two victims and a commercial vehicle carrying food items. While on routine patrol, Forward Operating …

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Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff, has instructed commanders. He has called for renewed efforts to defeat criminal elements in Nigeria. The directive was given at the closing ceremony of a quarterly Army conference. The event took place at the Army Headquarters in Asokoro, Abuja. Lagbaja urged commanders to collaborate with other …

Army Chief Directs Troops to Crush Criminal Elements Read More »

Over the weekend, a tragic incident occurred in Agbada Nenwe community, located in Aninri Local Government Area of Enugu State. Three community members met their untimely death at the hands of unidentified individuals. The assailants, who concealed their identities with masks, have left the community in a state of shock and confusion. Among the victims …

Enugu Under Siege: Unknown Assailants Take 3 Lives – Community On Edge! Read More »