Uba takes over as Defence Spokesman, as Gusau bows out
Abuja, November 5, 2025 — The Directorate of Defence Information (DDI) on Tuesday held a formal handing and taking over ceremony between the outgoing Director, Brigadier General Tukur Ismail Gusau, and the incoming Director, Brigadier General Samaila Mohammed Uba.
Air Force Chief orders commanders to intensify precision airstrikes against insurgents
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has directed Air Component Commanders from all operational theatres to step up precision air operations and deliver smarter, harder, and more decisive firepower against insurgents, terrorists, and other criminal elements threatening national security.
Bandits Ambush Niger Lawmaker’s Convoy, Kill Soldier, Injure Others
Armed bandits on Tuesday afternoon ambushed the convoy of Hon. Jafaru Mohammad Ali Damisa, the Member representing Borgu and Agwara Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, killing a soldier and injuring several others in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.
Flying Smarter, Striking Harder: Air Marshal Aneke Charts Course for an Adaptive, Resilient Nigerian Air Force
BY Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame When Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke assumed office as the 23rd Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) on October 30, 2025, his message to Nigerians was clear and compelling: the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) will be swift in action, precise in strike, and intelligent in execution.
Brig Gen Samaila Uba Takes Over as Director of Defence Information, Pledges Transparency and Media Collaboration
In a move signaling renewed focus on openness and innovation in military communication, Brigadier General Samaila Mohammed Uba has assumed duty as the new Director of Defence Information (DDI) at the Defence Headquarters, Abuja, following the recent reorganisation within the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
Lieutenant General Abdulsami Ibrahim: The 3 star general who reigns for a moment
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, earlier on Thursday joined the Chief of Defence Intelligence, Lieutenant General Parker Undiandeye, alongside other Service Chiefs, Principal Staff Officers from Defence and Services Headquarters, as well as family members and well-wishers, at the investiture ceremony of the immediate past Chief of Policy and Plans […]
Navy appoints new Flag Officers, redeploys 60 Rear Admirals in sweeping command reshufflement
In a far-reaching reorganization aimed at improving efficiency and strengthening command structures, the Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has approved the appointed of five new Flag Officers Commanding (FOCs) and redeployment of 60 Rear Admirals to new appointments across the Nigerian Navy (NN), Defence Headquarters (DHQ), and other tri-service establishments.
Trump Orders Pentagon to Prepare for Possible Military Action in Nigeria; Abuja Rejects Claims
Washington / Abuja — The United States President Donald Trump said he had ordered the U.S. Department of Defence to prepare for possible military action in Nigeria, while threatening to halt all U.S. aid — a dramatic escalation in rhetoric after he placed Nigeria on a watch list over alleged attacks on Christians.
GOC 7 Division visits frontline troops, charges soldiers to sustain momentum against terrorists
In a show of purposeful leadership and commitment to troop welfare, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 7 Division, Nigerian Army, and Commander, Sector 1 Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), Brigadier General Ugochukwu Unachukwu, has visited frontline troops of 21 Special Armoured Brigade, Bama, and 26 Task Force Brigade, to boost morale and assess ongoing counterterrorism operations […]
Massive reshufflement hits the Army, as new COAS approves redeployment of officers
In a major leadership overhaul designed to strengthen command structures and enhance operational efficiency, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the posting and appointment of senior officers to key command, staff, and instructional positions across the Nigerian Army.