Nigerian Troops Arrest 81 Suspects, Destroy Illegal Refineries Across Niger Delta

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has reported significant gains in its January security operations across the Niger Delta, announcing the destruction of 53 illegal crude oil refining sites and the arrest of 81 suspected oil thieves and other criminal elements. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, disclosed the details on Friday in…

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N900bn Saved: Federal Fire Service Heroes Rescue 2,106 Lives

The Federal Fire Service (FFS) has released its 2025 annual report, highlighting significant achievements in saving lives and protecting property amidst rising fire incidents across Nigeria. According to the report, the FFS saved 2,106 lives and property worth N934.70 billion in various fire incidents nationwide. The statistics, presented by FFS Deputy Controller-General Ijeoma Achi-Okidi, revealed…

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Nigerian Army 8 Division and Air Warfare and Doctrine Centre collaborate to improve air-ground operations in North-West Nigeria

Army, NAF Collaborate, Enhance Counterterrorism Efforts in North-West

The Nigerian Army’s 8 Division has formally deepened its operational collaboration with the Air Warfare and Doctrine Centre (AWDC) to enhance air-ground coordination and boost combat effectiveness in the North-West, military officials said Thursday. The partnership was cemented during a courtesy visit by AWDC Commandant, Air Vice Marshal Ibrahim Jibia, to the General Officer Commanding…

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Kwara State College of Education Oro campus, closed due to rising insecurity in the local government area.

Kwara Shuts College of Education Amid Rising Insecurity

The Kwara State Government has ordered the immediate closure of the Kwara State College of Education, Oro, citing escalating security threats in the area, a decision that has drawn criticism from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The closure, outlined in an internal memo dated January 20, 2026, was issued by the Ministry of Tertiary…

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Army Chief Reaffirms Military Commitment to Plateau Security

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to sustaining troop deployments and operational support in Plateau State, amid ongoing efforts to address security challenges across the country. Shaibu gave the assurance on Tuesday during a courtesy visit to Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, as part of his…

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Fubara’s ₦100m Gift: Rivers State Launches Emblem Appeal Fund for Veterans

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced the immediate employment of children of fallen servicemen in the state as part of the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day activities. This move is aimed at providing direct socio-economic support to the families of deceased servicemen and improving the welfare of members of the Nigerian Legion…

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Russia-Ukraine Conflict Escalates: Kharkiv Attack Kills Four, Wounds Several

A Russian attack on Ukraine’s northeastern city of Kharkiv has resulted in four fatalities and six injuries, according to regional governor Oleg Synegubov. The overnight strike targeted a postal terminal operated by Nova Poshta, causing significant damage and fires. Emergency workers are currently clearing debris from the site. In a separate incident, a Russian long-range…

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Nigeria Honours Fallen Heroes: Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebrated Across Nation

Nigeria is commemorating the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, with the Federal Government and state governors paying tribute to the nation’s military personnel for their dedication and sacrifices in protecting the country’s unity, peace, and territorial integrity. In various locations across the country, federal and state governments are holding interdenominational church services to honour the…

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