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Buratai Hails Military Momentum as Troops Neutralize Terrorist Commanders, Dismantle Logistics Networks
Retired Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai has commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for shifting to a proactive offensive, as troops neutralize senior ISWAP commanders and intercept critical explosive shipments. Recent operations across the North-East and North-West have led to the discovery of terrorist graves in Kukareta, the repelling of infiltrations in Buratai district, and the sophisticated interception…
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2027: Is Demand for Rotational Fairness in Borno South Pressuring Ndume Camp into ‘Crowdfunded’ Optics?
Things are getting very interesting in Borno state especially in the high wired political space of Borno South Senatorial District, where the incumbent Senator, Mohammed Ali Ndume appears to be borrowing a page from the old populist playbook. Facing a recent sophisticated challenge from the Deputy Speaker of the Borno State House of Assembly, Abdullahi…
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Troops Neutralise Insurgents, Rescue Kidnap Victims in ongoing Nationwide Crackdown
Nigerian troops under Operation FANSAN YAMMA and HADIN KAI have neutralised at least 5 insurgents and rescued 4 kidnap victims in a series of high-impact operations across the North-west and North-east. The military crackdown, conducted between April 21 and 23, 2026, also led to the destruction of a major terrorist camp in Zamfara, the interception…
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Zulum thanks Tinubu over N68bn support for Maiduguri power plant
Governor Babagana Zulum has lauded President Bola Tinubu for approving N68 billion in operational funding for the Maiduguri Emergency Power Plant, a move set to stabilize electricity supply and bolster security in Borno State through 2028.
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Sultan’s Media Team Blasts CAN over ‘Unnecessary’ Rejoinder on Abuja Airport Chapel Ceremony
The Media Team of the Sultan of Sokoto has fired back at the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) over its denial of an invitation extended to the monarch for the Abuja Airport chapel groundbreaking. Describing CAN’s public disclaimer as “unnecessary,” the Sultan’s team insisted that an official invitation was duly received and urged the religious…
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30 Terrorists Neutralized, 20 Captives Freed, 225 Cattle Recovered As Nigerian Forces Intensify Nationwide Security Sweep
In a series of high-impact operations conducted between April 20 and 22, 2026, Nigerian security forces neutralized over 30 ISWAP terrorists in Borno, rescued 20 kidnap victims across five states, and recovered 225 rustled cattle in Katsina. The 48-hour offensive also saw the arrest of a high-ranking IPOB/ESN commander in Ebonyi and the discovery of…
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2027: Satumari Declares Bid for Hawul/Askira-Uba Seat, Promises Transformed Oversight Process
Dr Abdulaziz Samaila Satumari, a finance expert and APC chieftain, has declared his 2027 bid for the Hawul/Askira-Uba Federal Constituency. Following the party’s 2023 loss, Satumari is positioning his candidacy around fiscal oversight and “intellectual-led representation” to reclaim the seat for the ruling party.
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An appreciation of the armed forces: weeklong actions across multiple theatres
In this comprehensive review of recent military operations, Bayo Onanuga counters critics of national security by highlighting a week of significant victories across Nigeria. From the successful rescue of kidnapped students in Benue to the neutralisation of insurgents in Borno and the dismantling of ethnic militia cells in Plateau, Onanuga argues that the Nigerian Armed…
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From Ruins to Resilience: How NEDC is Leading the Charge for Regional Transformation
At a high-stakes regional development retreat in Benin City, the North East Development Commission (NEDC) presented a masterclass in institutional resilience, detailing its ambitious ₦31 trillion Master Plan to rebuild a region devastated by over a decade of conflict. From restoring vital infrastructure and bridges to achieving ISO-certified transparency, the NEDC is transitioning from immediate…
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VP Shettima Commissions New Borno Governor’s Office, Ultra-Modern Mosque, Others in Maiduguri
By Abdulkareem Haruna Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday commissioned a multi-billion naira suite of infrastructure projects at the Borno State Government House, marking a significant overhaul of the state’s administrative headquarters. The Vice President, who arrived in Maiduguri from Abuja, at noon, was received by Governor Babagana Zulum for the official unveiling of the…
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