Tinubu Praises Military for Swift Response to Benin Coup
President Bola Tinubu commended Nigeria’s military for swiftly quelling a coup attempt that threatened Benin’s democracy. The crisis began when Colonel Pascal Tigri and his followers seized control of Benin’s National TV and a military base, declaring an overthrow of President Patrice Talon. In response to Benin’s government request, Nigeria deployed fighter jets to secure […]
Guinea-Bissau Military Seizes Power, President Arrested
The military in Guinea-Bissau has taken control of the government, arresting President Umaro Embaló following a disputed election. The move comes after opposition candidates were barred from contesting, and the president dissolved Parliament for two years. The military cited the need to restore order amid political instability and claimed the takeover was necessary to prevent […]
French Military Begin Withdrawal From Chad
France has started withdrawing its military from Chad, with the departure of two warplanes that were based in the capital N’Djamena. This comes two weeks after Chad said it was ending its defence cooperation pact with Paris. According to France Army spokesperson, Colonel Guillaume Vernet, the move marks the beginning of the return of French equipment stationed […]
The Nigerian Military admit errors in drone strikes
The Nigerian Military has admitted errors in the drone strikes during a routine counterterrorism operation on December 3rd, 2023, in Tundun Biri village in Kaduna State, which killed scores of innocent citizens. The Director, Defence Media Operations (DDMO), Maj. Gen Edward Buba who made the disclosure while briefing newsmen on military operations across the country […]
Niger junta doubles down on order that US troops leave
Niger’s ruling junta has doubled down on its demand that US troops withdraw, dealing a blow to Washington’s security interests in the Sahel. Last month, military leader General Abdourahamane Tiani ordered US troops to leave after ending a military agreement. At least 650 US personnel are stationed in Niger to monitor jihadist activity. In a […]
DHQ identifies killed military personnel
The Defence headquarters on Monday night made known the identities of the Nigerian Army Battalion Commander, two Majors, one Captain and 12 soldiers killed by attackers in Okuoma community on March 14, 2024. Their names and pictures were shared on the X account of the DHQ. The fallen heroes, serving with the 181 Amphibious Battalion, […]
Military Vows To Rescue Abducted Kaduna Schoolchildren
In response to the recent surge in attacks and kidnappings targeting school pupils and internally displaced persons (IDPs), the Defense Headquarters has assured the public of its unwavering commitment to ensuring the safe return of all victims. Speaking to journalists in Abuja yesterday, the Director of Defense Media Operations Maj. Gen. Edward Buba acknowledged the […]
NSA holds closed door meeting with Government bodies
National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, convened a meeting with Northern Governors’ Forum and Service Chiefs including the Inspector General of Police and the Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps. The meeting which held behind closed doors on Thursday in Abuja lasted for over four hours and after the meeting, the chairman […]
Largest US military exercise in East Africa begins
A US-led military exercise code-named “Justified Accord” begins in Kenya yesterday, with more than 20 nations taking part in what has been billed as the largest event of its kind in East Africa. The 11-day exercise, which will end next Thursday, is aimed at increasing participating countries’ readiness for peacekeeping missions, crisis response and humanitarian […]
Nigerian Army denies plotting coup
The Nigerian army has denied reports of an alleged coup plot within its ranks. The Nigerian Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said the suggestion was categorically false and called on the public to ignore it, while it expresses its full commitment to protecting and sustaining democracy in Nigeria. The statement follows a media report that the Presidential […]
