Troops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued 10 civilians in separate operations across Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara States as part of ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and protect communities in the region. In Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State on August 19, troops on patrol encountered a terrorist ambush and responded swiftly, forcing the…
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged soldiers graduating from the Nigerian Army’s Advanced Infantry Training Programme to uphold professionalism, discipline and operational excellence as they assume duties in newly established divisions, formations and units across the country. Shaibu gave the charge on Friday during the graduation ceremony of Exercise RESTORE…
A coordinated multi-agency security operation has led to the rescue of 44 pupils and teachers abducted from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State after more than a month of sustained intelligence-led operations. The victims, who were kidnapped on May 15, 2026, regained their freedom on July 10, 2026, following a carefully planned operation involving troops of the Nigerian…
The Nigerian Army has acquired additional TP-2 drones and upgraded its aviation assets to enhance combat operations against rising security threats across the country. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, disclosed this during the closing session of the 2026 COAS Conference, where senior military officials reviewed ongoing operations, intelligence, logistics, and reforms within…
