By Mary Imokhe, Lagos Three Ghanaian nationals attempting to migrate illegally to Europe through maritime routes have been intercepted in Lagos and handed over to the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) by the Nigerian Navy.
Military destroys 101illegal refineries, arrests 219 suspects — DHQ
Abuja, March 31, 2026 The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says troops of Operation DELTA SAFE destroyed 101 illegal refining sites and arrested 219 suspects involved in crude oil theft and related crimes in the first quarter of 2026.
26 killed as Plateau govt imposes 48-hour curfew in Jos after deadly attack
A 48-hour curfew has been imposed in parts of Jos, the Plateau State capital, following a deadly attack by gunmen at an open-air bar that triggered reprisal violence.
NAAS Commandant commends troops, pledges support for Operation Hadin Kai
The Commandant of the Nigerian Army Armour School (NAAS), Bauchi, Abubakar Ahmed, has commended the resilience and operational successes of troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai, pledging continued support in training competent armoured personnel for the theatre.
COAS tasks troops on discipline, professionalism
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieeutenant General Waidi Shaibu has described discipline and operational readiness among troops of the Nigerian Army as critical elements towards the success of all its operations.
Troops repel ISWAP attack, neutralise 38 insurgents in Borno
Abuja, March 28, 2026 (NAN) Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), have repelled a multi-front attack by ISWAP terrorists on a Forward Operating Base at Mandaragirau in Borno.
Nigerian Army Commissions Renovated Vulcan Officers’ Mess in Kontagora
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has commissioned the remodelled and renovated Vulcan Officers’ Mess at the Kontagora Military Cantonment in Niger State.
COAS Orders Troops to Intensify Offensive Against Terrorists, Criminal Elements
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has directed troops to sustain relentless, proactive and intelligence-driven operations against terrorists, bandits and other criminal elements across the country.
DHQ Debunks ‘Misleading’ Claims on Operation Safe Corridor
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed as misleading a viral social media narrative alleging that the Armed Forces of Nigeria are prioritising leniency for terrorists over justice for victims.
NAF Pledges Continued Security Support for Taraba as Governor Kefas Visits Air Headquarters
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s (NAF) commitment to strengthening security and supporting sustainable development in Taraba State.