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DHQ Says Zamfara Airstrike Casualties Still Unverified Amid Civilian Death Claims

May 13, 2026May 13, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has said casualty figures being circulated after a recent military airstrike in Zamfara State remain unverified, amid growing allegations that civilians were killed during the operation. According to military authorities, the strike targeted suspected terrorist elements gathered in Tumfa Village, located in Shinkafi Local Government Area of the state. The operation,…

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Nigeria Intensifies Aerial Surveillance, Deploys Drones in Fresh Crackdown on Benue Attackers

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Nigerian security forces have escalated their response to renewed violence in Benue State with the deployment of surveillance drones to track down suspected bandits responsible for recent deadly attacks. The move follows coordinated assaults on several communities in Apa Local Government Area, where armed attackers reportedly struck settlements including Asakpa, Ojantele, and Okpete. According to…

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Tinubu Approves Salary Increase for Military Personnel

March 8, 2026March 8, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved an upward review of salaries for members of the Nigerian Armed Forces, a move aimed at improving troop welfare and boosting morale among personnel engaged in security operations across the country. The approval was disclosed during an interfaith breaking of the Ramadan fast with military personnel at the Presidential…

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UK, Germany Reaffirm Support for Nigeria’s Anti-Terrorism War

February 19, 2026February 19, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Brigadier Tom Harper, the United Kingdom’s Defence Attaché to Nigeria, and Colonel Boris Bovecamp, Germany’s Defence Attaché, led the delegation during the February 18 visit, underscoring sustained collaboration between their respective countries and the Nigerian Armed Forces. Harper highlighted the long-standing partnership between the UK and Nigeria, rooted in shared values such as democracy, the…

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Nigerian Troops Arrest Boko Haram Drone Supplier, Neutralise Top Commander in Adamawa

February 19, 2026February 19, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have dealt a significant blow to Boko Haram’s operational capabilities in Adamawa State, arresting a suspected drone supplier and neutralising a high-value militant commander during coordinated counter-insurgency operations, security sources confirmed. According to military sources familiar with the operation: Officials reported that security personnel seized two aerial drones and 20…

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100 U.S. Military Personnel Arrive Nigeria to Support Training and Intelligence Cooperation

February 17, 2026February 17, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Not less than 100 United States military personnel and associated equipment have landed in Nigeria’s Bauchi Airfield as part of a defence cooperation initiative between Abuja and Washington. The arrival was confirmed in a statement by the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Abuja on Monday, which said the deployment came after deliberations between Nigerian and U.S….

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US Military Aircraft Deliver Ammunition to Nigerian Forces in Borno as Security Cooperation Deepens

February 15, 2026February 15, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

At least three United States military aircraft have landed in Nigeria, touching down at military bases in Borno State and other northeastern regions between Thursday and Friday, in what defence sources say is a significant logistical support mission for Nigerian forces. The aircraft were reported to be carrying ammunition supplied by the American government, aimed…

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U.S. Deploys 200 Troops to Nigeria to Strengthen Fight Against Terrorists

February 11, 2026February 11, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

The United States is set to deploy approximately 200 military personnel to Nigeria in a move aimed at strengthening the country’s capacity to combat Islamist militant groups. The deployment marks a significant step in deepening security cooperation between Washington and Abuja amid ongoing insurgency threats in parts of northern Nigeria. According to officials from both…

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BREAKING: Nigerian Military to Deploy Special Forces to Kwara and Niger States — CDS Olufemi Oluyede

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, has announced a significant escalation in Nigeria’s military response to insecurity in the North-Central region, revealing that special forces will be deployed to Kwara State and neighbouring parts of Niger State. General Oluyede’s statement comes amid rising violence and recent deadly attacks that have highlighted persistent security…

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“Why We Initially Denied”: Defence Minister Reveals Shocking Reason Military Dismissed Tinubu Coup Plot

February 2, 2026February 2, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, has explained why the military initially dismissed reports of an attempted coup against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu before later confirming the plot. The explanation comes amid public scrutiny over the military’s early response to allegations that surfaced in late 2025. General Musa made the clarification while speaking…

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