Category: Security
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Fake News is the ‘Oxygen’ of Insurgency, Says Theater Commander OPHK
Major General A.E. Abubakar, Theater Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, has warned that fake news and social media misinformation have become the “oxygen” sustaining insurgency in Nigeria’s Northeast. Addressing the spread of unverified content—including viral videos targeting troop morale—the General called for a unified national narrative to counter the tactical shift of terrorists embedding themselves…
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‘Soldier-First’ is Back: New Army Chief Vows to Prioritize Welfare, Justice After First Frontline Visit
By Abdulkareem Haruna Newly appointed Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has signaled a clear shift in focus toward troop welfare and accountability, pledging to build on a “Soldier-First” doctrine following his inaugural operational assessment visit to the Headquarters of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) in Maiduguri. The COAS, a former Theatre Commander…
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THE ‘RETURN’ OF GENERAL SHAIBU: A Strategic Masterstroke for Nigeria’s Security
By Abdulkareem Haruna I was on a long journey from Abuja to the heartland of the Northeast region when news flashed on my mobile device: that one of Nigeria’s most effective army generals in the war in the Lake Chad region had been appointed to the upper echelon of the nation’s army. I couldn’t believe…
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Nigerian Youth Corps Members Urged to Combat Illicit Arms in Borno State
By Abdulkareem Haruna The North East Zonal Director of the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW), Major General Abubakar Adamu (rtd), has called on members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) serving in Borno State to actively help in the fight against illegal weapons and drug abuse. Speaking…
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Konduga Suicide Bombing: “Boko Haram Still Live Among Us’— APC Deputy National Chairman Insists
By Abdulkareem Haruna Konduga, Borno State – Following last Friday’s deadly suicide bombing, the Deputy National Chairman (North) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori, has urged residents of Konduga Local Government to diligently cooperate with security agencies in identifying and apprehending Boko Haram elements, asserting that these terrorists are living within…
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More Than a Cop: Celebrating Borno’s Retiring CP Lawan
By Abdulkareem Haruna Borno State has seen its share of police chiefs come and go over the years, as the shadow of insurgency persists. However, Commissioner of Police Yusuf Mohammed Lawan’s tenure stands out unique; it’s been a quiet yet deeply effective force for stability, making a significant difference in the troubled state. CP Lawan…
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Maiduguri Residents Demand Relocation of Giwa Barracks After Blast
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — Residents of communities around the Giwa Barracks, a famous military installation in Maiduguri, Borno State, are demanding the relocation following a recent explosion at the facility. The blast, which occurred at midnight in May, has intensified calls for the federal government to address the security risks posed by the…
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Nigerian Army Embraces Local Production, Boosting ‘Made-in-Nigeria’ Initiative
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — The Nigerian Army is taking a significant step towards national self-reliance, with Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede on Monday commending the local production of combat equipment by an indigenous company. This move aligns directly with the federal government’s new policy prioritizing “Made-in-Nigeria” products for public…
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Boko Haram: Zulum Approves 35 Patrol Vehicles, Motorcycles for Borno Community
PRESS STATEMENT Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the release of 35 patrol vehicles and motorcycles to enhance the operational capabilities of the military and youth volunteers in Izge town. The patrol vehicles and motorcycles aim to improve mobility for local security volunteers, enabling them to respond swiftly to threats and support military…
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Lawmaker’s Alarmist Remarks on Boko Haram Draw Rebuke from Security Analyst
By Abdulkareem Haruna A recent statement by Representative Ahmed Jaha, representing the Chibok, Damboa, and Gwoza Federal Constituency, asserting that Boko Haram possesses greater sophistication than the Nigerian Army, has sparked significant concern and drawn sharp criticism from foremost counterinsurgency and security expert, Zagazola. Zagazola is of the opinion that Such pronouncements, particularly from a…
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