The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) say troops neutralised several terrorists, arrested 452 suspects and rescued 284 kidnapped victims during military operations conducted across the country in January 2026. This was disclosed on Thursday during the monthly press briefing on ongoing military operations, delivered by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja,…

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Mr. Richard Pheelangwa, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to supporting indigenous defence manufacturing companies, while calling for sustained product quality and strict integrity checks, especially for items meant for export. Pheelangwa made this known on Wednesday during a familiarisation visit to Equipment and Protective Applications International…

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has accompanied President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, on a high-level official working visit to Ankara, Republic of Türkiye, aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s defence capabilities and deepening strategic partnerships. The visit, which began on 26 January…

The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) and the Swiss government have expressed commitment to sustaining and strengthening their existing defence collaboration, with emphasis on non-kinetic approaches to addressing security challenges. This was disclosed on Thursday when the Swiss Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Patrick Felix Egloff, paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of Defence…

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to the protection of civilians following reports of alleged civilian casualties arising from air operations conducted in Kurigi Village, Kontokoro District, Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State. In a statement in Abuja, the NAF said it had taken note of reports alleging that civilians were…

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has refuted claims circulating in a social media video by Lucky Udu Studio alleging neglect and poor welfare of Nigerian military personnel wounded in action. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the DHQ described the claims as misleading and inaccurate, stressing that the welfare of wounded personnel remains a top moral…

The Honourable Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd), has inaugurated an 18-member committee to drive the reclamation of ungoverned spaces for economic viability and reposition the Nigerian Legion Corps of Commissionaires and veterans for enhanced national security contributions. The inauguration, held on Tuesday at the Ministry of Defence Headquarters, Ship House, Abuja, underscores the…

The Federal Government College (FGC) Warri is marking six decades of academic excellence, unity, and leadership development with the planned launch of a Technology and Innovation Centre for students as part of its Diamond Jubilee celebrations. The Global President of the Federal Government College Warri Old Students Association (FEGOCOWOSA), Dr. Godwin Amobi Alo, disclosed this…

The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) has reported significant achievements in coordinated operations to neutralise terrorists, insurgents, bandits, and other criminal elements across the country for the week ending 23 January 2026. In a statement signed by Major General Michael Onoja, Director of Defence Media Operations, the military said these operations are intelligence-driven and conducted…

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General OO Oluyede, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) to a people-centric, ethically grounded and professionally accountable military. General Oluyede made this known on Monday during the opening ceremony of the Human Security and Gender Advisers Course at the Nigerian Army Resource Centre (NARC),…

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has foiled an attempted armed robbery in the Kado area of Abuja, arresting one suspect and recovering several exhibits, including firearms and a vehicle. Police said the incident occurred in the early hours of Friday, January 23, 2026, at about 6:15 a.m., following a distress call received at…

The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) has concluded investigations into allegations of indiscipline and breaches of service regulations involving sixteen officers earlier arrested in October 2025. In an update issued by the Defence Headquarters and signed by the Director, Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, on Monday, the military said the comprehensive investigation has been…

The Senior Pastor of Refreshing Word Christian Center, Kubwa, Abuja, Rev. Dr. Taiwo Adeeko, has charged Christians to fully embrace and take possession of the abundant provision made available to them through Christ. Speaking during the Sunday service at the church, Rev. Dr. Adeeko delivered a sermon titled “Things That Are Ours in Christ: Abundant…

The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) has assured residents of Kurmin Wali and the general public of its unwavering commitment to the safe rescue and reintegration of victims abducted from the community. This is contained in a statement by the Director Defence Media Operations Major General Michael Onoja in Abuja. The AFN acknowledged the concerns…

The Defence Headquarters has conducted an expanded media tour of key operational locations in Rivers and Bayelsa States as part of its strategic communication drive to provide Nigerians with firsthand insight into ongoing military operations under Operation DELTA SAFE. The tour brought together defence correspondents from across various media houses and was aimed at showcasing sustained…