The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reiterated the force’s commitment to adopting a dynamic, intelligence-driven and technology-enabled approach in tackling asymmetric threats confronting the nation.
TRADOC Commander tasks Army promotion examination panel to uphold integrity
The Commander, Training and Doctrine Command Nigerian Army (TRADOC NA), Major General Peter Malla, has warned members of the Examination Panel for the Year 2026 Lieutenant to Captain Practical Promotion Examination (LCPPE) to shun any act capable of undermining the credibility of the exercise.
Suspected coupists know the consequences of their action-Gen Musa
Recntly TRT World spoke with Nigeria’s Defence Minister, General Christopher Musa, on rising security threats, military partnership with Turkey, the United States, regional instability in West Africa, and efforts to protect civilians while safeguarding national sovereignty. Let’s get straight into it. How would you describe the current state of Turkey-Nigeria defence relations? Wonderful. It didn’t […]
AOC Air Training Command Assesses Operations at Air Weapon School Kainji
Kainji — The Air Officer Commanding (AOC), Air Training Command (ATC), Air Vice Marshal Esen Paul Efanga, on January 29, 2026, carried out an operational assessment visit to Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base Kainji to evaluate operational effectiveness, force protection and mission execution of units supporting ongoing counter-insurgency operations.
Troops Eliminate Top ISWAP Commander, Neutralise Three Terrorists in North-East
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have recorded significant operational successes in the fight against insurgency, neutralising high-value terrorist targets and disrupting criminal activities through sustained intelligence-driven operations across the region.
Military reaffirms commitment to peacebuilding in Benue
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) to supporting peacebuilding and stabilization efforts in Benue State, assuring that ongoing collaborative security measures are yielding positive results.
NAFOWA Provides Medical, Humanitarian Support to Over 500 Beneficiaries in Abuja Outreach
Abuja — The Nigerian Air Force Officers’ Wives Association (NAFOWA), in support of the Nigerian Air Force’s people-centred welfare strategy, has provided medical and humanitarian assistance to over 500 beneficiaries during a Medical and Humanitarian Outreach held on January 24, 2026, at the Nigerian Air Force Base, Bill Clinton Drive, Abuja.
Why I joined Tinubu on official visit to Turkiye-Air Force Chief
Ankara — The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, said he accompanied President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on an official working visit to Ankara, Republic of Türkiye, to strengthen bilateral relations and expanding strategic cooperation between partners.
Sanwo-Olu, Naval Chiefs, Others Honour Late Dame Rebecca Aikhomu at Service of Songs
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Abimbola Salu-Hundeyin, on Tuesday joined top naval officers, political leaders and other dignitaries at the Naval Dockyard Limited, Victoria Island, Lagos, for a solemn Service of Songs in honour of the late Dame Rebecca Aikhomu.
718 Military Personnel enrolled for retirement training at Armed Forces Resettlement Centre
No fewer than 718 military personnel drawn from the Nigerian Army, Navy and Air Force have indicated interest in exiting active service and have been enrolled for retirement training at the Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre (NAFRC).