France’s standing in Africa still strong despite coups – Defence minister
Paris, Aug. 13, 2023 (Sputnik/NAN) France’s influence in Africa remains strong, and that is why recent coups featured attempts of manipulation aimed at undermining its clout, according to French Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu.
Military never received any coup request – DHQ
Nigerian military has described as false and disturbing, reports that it has received request to launch a coup in the country and topple the present democratic regime.
NAF airstrikes hit oil thieves, terrorists, others
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says it has simultaneously decimated several criminal elements in the last few days through airstrikes in various theatres of operation.
Navy to establish operational base in Enugu, as Gov. Mbah assures on continued improved security
The Nigerian Navy is to establish an operational base in Enugu State to improve the security of lives and property by securing the state’s coastal areas.
COAS lauds NIGCOMSAT on operational efficiency
Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Ltd has been commended for its capacity in providing satellite services for the Armed Forces and the Nigerian Army.
Army Chief applauds democratic rule, says nothing better than it
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja has applauded the entrenchment of democracy in Nigeria, explaining that “the only thing better than democracy for Nigeria in this modern era, is more democracy.”
Army assures Navy of further collaboration
The Nigerian Army (NA) has assured that it will continue to work and synergize with sister services and other security agencies with a view to maintaining peace and security within the 81 Division Area of Responsibility.
Niger coup : Tinubu notifies Senate of ECOWAS’ decisions
President Bola Tinubu has conveyed the decisions of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on recent military intervention in Niger.
Leverage indigenous technology, Gen Lagbaja tells troops
The Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja has charged the Nigerian Army to leverage local and indigenous technology to produce innovative solutions for combat support arms in other to enhance the forces operations.
Intelligence drives military operations – COAS
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Maj.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, has stressed the importance of effective intelligence gathering and sharing between security agencies and the general populace in driving successful military operations.