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The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has pledged that the Nigerian Army would ramp up its security operations in Katsina state and across the country. He made …
Army chief vows to increase security operations in Katsina Read More
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has assured that the Nigerian Army will step up operations to further secure Katsina state and the entire Nigerian space. …
We will step up operations to improve security in Kastina, Nigeria – COAS Read More
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has underscored the critical importance of effective record-keeping and data management for enhancing operational efficiency and strategic decision-making within the …
Record keeping, data mgt critical to Army’s operational efficiency – COAS Read More
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has concluded a 3-Day operational visit to 6 Division, Nigerian Army (NA), Area of Responsibility (AOR). According to a statement …
COAS inaugurates projects in 6 division, visits Akwa Ibom governor Read More
In a strategic move to strengthen leadership and reposition the Nigerian Army (NA) for greater operational effectiveness, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has approved the …
Shake-up as COAS reshuffles army high command, appoints new GOC’s, others Read More
The 81 Division of the Nigerian Army has announced that it will conduct a live-fire training exercise in Ajilete, Ogun state, from August 18 to September 28, 2025. The exercise, …
Army to conduct live-fire exercise in Ogun community Read MoreThe Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has charged senior military officers and strategic stakeholders to translate strategy into tangible action in addressing national challenges. Oluyede delivered the …
Army chief urges officers to translate strategy into action Read More
The National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has tasked members of the the armed forces of Nigeria and other security to work together in confronting security challenges confronting the nation. …
Jointness way forward in modern warfare – Ribadu Read More
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, has paid glowing tribute to members of the Nigerian Defence Academy’s 18 Regular Course (18RC) during their 50th reunion anniversary …
Matawalle hails NDA 18RC at 50th reunion Read More
In a heartwarming demonstration of compassion and community support, the Nigerian Army Officers Wives Association (NAOWA), 81 Division Chapter, has launched a significant humanitarian outreach programme commemorating the Nigerian Army …
NADCEL 2025: NAOWA extends lifeline to widows, orphans in Lagos Read More
The Nigerian Army has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing the welfare and living standards of its personnel, with the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, commissioning two …
Army chief unveils accommodation in Lagos, pledges enhanced welfare Read More
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.- Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has restated the commitment of the army to defending Nigeria’s territorial integrity and democracy. Represented by the Chief of Civil Military …
162 anniversary: Army pledges to defend Nigeria’s sovereignty, democracy Read More
…NAOWA conducts humanitarian outreaches in Minna communities The Commander Training and Doctrine Command Nigerian Army (TRADOC NA), Major General Kevin Aligbe, has charged officers, soldiers, and their families to rededicate …
NADCEL 2025: TRADOC commander tasks personel on renewed commitment to national service Read More
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, Saturday, commended the resilience of the people of North-East and urged the youth to become frontline advocates for peace. He …
nsurgency: CDS lauds resilience of North-east residents Read More
General Ibrahim Attahiru was one of the most revered Nigeria’s Chiefs of Army Staff who introduced reform, professional discipline and dedication in the Army. Unfortunately, in May 2021, Nigeria lost …
The Unforgettable Hero: Ibrahim Attahiru Read More
Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru has urged the military to ensure that troops training aligns with Nigeria’s national security objectives. He said that addressing the country’s security threats requires the military …
Badaru tasks military to align training to national security objective Read MoreThe Commander, Army Headquarters Garrison (AHQGARR), Maj.-Gen. William Dangana, has reiterated the commitment of the Nigerian Army to maintain mission ready soldiers at all times through continuous training. Dangana stated …
Soldiers must remain mission-ready at all times – Commander Read More
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has charged the media to always prioritise national security in its reportage. According him, the media has a responsibility to provide …
Prioritise national security in your reportage – COAS tasks media Read More
Actual deeds and decisive action not words, captures the very essence of General Christopher Gwabin Musa transformative leadership as Nigeria’s18th Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), which has reshaped the nation’s …
General Christopher Musa: A titan of Nigeria’s security renaissance Read More
In a bid to nip the security challenges facing the people of Benue state in the bud, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Monday, announced plans to visit the state. This followed …
Nigeria: Military Chief reveals insider behind Benue killings Read More
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has relocated to Makurdi, the Benue State capital, over the incessant killings of innocent villagers by herders and militia groups. …
Herdsmen killings: Army Chief relocates to Benue Read More
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, Friday, ordered commanding officers and soldiers to crush and clear terrorists without showing any mercy out of the country’s territory. He …
Crush terrorists without mercy, COAS charges soldiers Read More
The Nigerian Army has appointed Lieutenant Colonel Anele Onyechi Appolonia as Director, Army Public Relations. Anele will take over from Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, who has been posted to the …
Army appoints first female spokesperson Read More
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oloyode, has charged soldiers to brace up in order to secure Nigerians better and tackle insurgency in the South-west. Oloyede gave the …
Brace up, secure Nigerians better, COAS charges soldiers Read More
A non-partisan advocacy group, Ayudantees Empowerment Initiative, has rejected a recent Global Terrorism Index report which ranked Nigeria as the 6th most affected by terrorism in the world. Addressing a …
Group rejects global index report on terrorism Read More