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COAS Celebrates 2023 Christmas With Frontline Troops Of Operation Hadin Kai

December 26, 2023

The Christmas luncheon was organized to share a moment of joy with the frontline trooops, in order to boost their morale and equally interact freely with them in the theatre of operations. The event was equally conceived to create an atmosphere where Officers and Soldiers would meet together outside the trenches due to the current operations to wine, dine and not to relent, but continuously build on the successes recorded so far.

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Borno, Security

Intensified Infighting Between Boko Haram and ISWAP Leaves Hundreds Dead in Sambisa and Lake Chad Region

December 26, 2023

It was gathered that the Boko Haram group in Sambisa Forest was badly depleted and lacked manpower and material capacity as most of their commanders surrendered to the Nigerian forces. Those who intend to return after surrendering also risked being eliminated by the group as they considered them as spies.

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Security, Taraba

Abducted Taraba Chief Regains Freedom; Family Still Held Captive by Bandits

December 24, 2023

Alhaji Umaru, who was abducted alongside his pregnant wife and son, was released alone as his family is still in captivity.

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Security, Taraba

Gov Kefas Ensures Tight Security Measures During Festive Season

December 24, 2023

In a statement by his Special Adviser Media and Digital Communications, Emmanuel Bello, Kefas said although security concerns are global in nature, with all sorts of domino effects, local efforts are pivotal in addressing the menace.

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Bauchi, Security

Gov. Bala Mohammed Donates N100m To Bauchi Vigilante Groups

December 24, 2023

The gesture, he said, would go a long way in supporting them to safeguard the state against all forms of crimes for sustainable social and economic development.

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Gombe, Security

Yuletide: Gombe Police Bans Use Of Knockouts, Fireworks, Others

December 23, 2023

According to a press statement signed by the state Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mahid Abubakar, the decision is part of the command’s effort to intensify security to ensure the safety and well-being of citizens during the Yuletide celebrations.

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Borno, Security

ISWAP Terrorists Raid Police Station In Borno

December 22, 2023

The Islamic State-backed faction of Boko Haram, the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), has killed one policeman and carted away one vehicle during an attack in Gubio Police Divisional Office in Borno State.

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National News, Security

January 8 Set for Commencement of Constable Cadre Screening by NPF Recruitment Board

December 22, 2023

According to Ikechukwu Ani, Head, Press and Public Relations , the Board met on Thursday December 21st at the Corporate Headquarters of the Police Service Commission in Jabi, Abuja and took several decisions in respect of the next stages of the recruitment exercise.

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National News, Security

Nigerian Army Promotes Senior Officers

December 22, 2023

In a statement released by Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director Army Public Relations, a total of 47 Brigadier Generals have been promoted to the rank of Major General, while 75 Colonels have also been elevated to the rank of Brigadier General accordingly.

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Borno, Security

Zulum Donates 15 Million, Vows Strong Backing for Nigerian Military at Emblem Appeal Week Launch

December 21, 2023

Borno State Government has pledged to support the Nigerian military to continue to sustain the existing relative peace and rapid return of normalcy in the state.

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Adamawa, Security

Enhanced Synergy: CP Received Newly Deployed Brigade Commander 23 Brigade Yola

December 20, 2023

During the visit, the Brigade Commander who was accompanied by the Senior Officers of the 23 Brigade, had fruitful discussions with the Commissioner of Police and Members of Police Management team, addressing critical issues such as security Challenges in the State, Synergy with Sister Security agencies, Enhancing collaboration amongst others

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Awards and Honours, Security

Nigerian Army Retires 113 Generals, Hosts Them To Regimental Dinner

December 20, 2023

The senior officers comprising one full General, a Lieutenant General, 67 major generals and 44 brigadier generals are those who retired or due for retirement within the year.

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Security, Taraba

Taraba: Local Community Voices Alarm Over Influx of Zamfara and Niger Nationals Amid Insecurity

December 20, 2023

Taraba: Local Community Voices Alarm Over Influx of Zamfara and Niger Nationals Amid Insecurity

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Security, Taraba

Gunmen Kidnap High-ranking Chief, 20 Residents In Taraba

December 19, 2023

The gunmen, according to locals in the area, invaded the community around 2:am and took away 21 members of the community.

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Security, Taraba

Bandits From Cameroon Overrunning Our Communities – Taraba Lawmaker

December 19, 2023

Bandits From Cameroon Overrunning Our Communities – Taraba Lawmaker

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Security, Taraba

Bandits in Taraba State Demand Beer as Harvest Levy from Farmers

December 19, 2023

Bandits in Taraba State Demand Beer as Harvest Levy from Farmers

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Borno, Security

NAF Neutralizes Scores of ISWAP Terrorists at Bukar Mairam Training Camp

December 18, 2023

This occurred as the ATF on December 16, conducted air strikes on ISWAP camps at Bukar Mairam in Marte Local Government Area in Borno State.

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Adamawa, Security

Vigilante Forces Apprehend Large Group Involved in Illegal Charcoal Trade in Adamawa

December 16, 2023

Security operatives known as Vigilante has on Friday evening arrested another huge group of individuals for illegal charcoal business in Hottollore community of Girei LGA Adamawa State.

Honourable Judah Amisah, the Executive chairman Girei Local government caution the entire citizens to please be law abiding citizen and deceased from all anti-social vices for it’s only a legal community that attract social development at all costs.

The Chairman further explain that Governor Fintiri’s administration have done well for Girei local government area and the state at large, hoping for more.

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Borno, Security

GOC Commissions Sick Bay At GSS Chibok, Conduct Lecture On Drug Abuse

December 16, 2023

The GOC who was represented at the occasion by the Brigade Commander, 28 Task Force Brigade, Brigadier General BO Amakor said the gesture was in fulfillment of the NA’s Civil-Military Cooperation in giving back to its host communities across the nation. The Sick Bay named after the late Brigadier General DK Zirkushu was renovated and furnished by the Brigade Commander and commissioned by the GOC 7 Division.

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Security, Taraba

Unknown Gunmen Kill District Head in Taraba

December 16, 2023

The district head, Ali Hakimi, was reportedly attacked in his palace at Sarkin Kudu town at about 12.30am Friday.

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Borno, Security

COAS Leads Inauguration of Vital Projects in Borno, Addressing Community Needs Post-Insurgency

December 12, 2023

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja inaugurated the projects on Tuesday, alongside commanders and senior officers of the NA. The projects are aimed at enhancing living conditions and meeting pressing needs of the beneficiary communities, who were affected by insurgency.

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Adamawa, Security

Gov Fintiri Pledges Enhanced Support for Security Agencies in Crime Fight

December 12, 2023

Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has pledged to support security agencies in the fight against crime where he said he will intensify more effort in seeing that they succeed in the discharge of their duties.

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Borno, Security

Give More Towards Sustainable Peace And Security – President Tinubu Tells Troops

December 12, 2023

The President made the call today Monday 11 December, 2023 at the opening ceremony of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Annual Conference 2023 themed, “Personnel Motivation for Effective Operational Performance in a joint Environment” held at Command Guest House, Maiduguri, Borno State.

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Adamawa, Economy, Security

Adamawa Partners FG To Secure Its Borders For Security, Economic Growth

December 12, 2023

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri disclosed this when he played host to members of Interministerial Committee on Integrated Border Governance in Yola, Monday.

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Borno, Security

Breaking: Tinubu Departs Abuja For Maiduguri On First North-East Visit

December 11, 2023

President Tinubu who is visiting the north-eastern part of the country for the first time since assumption of office, is to attend the Nigerian Army Annual Conference, as the Special Guest of Honour.

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